ground
noun
the solid surface of the earth; firm or dry land.
grounds
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pluralof ground.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Likewise, Hernandez-Thompson grounds “If I Go” with powerful montages of real residents shot with seemingly no other direction than to pose however they want.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
On the grounds that litigation is "reasonably anticipated," the letter from Musk's lawyer orders the filmmakers to preserve every trace of the project, including footage, interview transcripts, research files and internal communications.
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
Melanie Sanderson, the school guide's managing editor, said Eton has "spectacular facilities and spacious grounds".
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
Elsewhere on the grounds, there is a stunning swimming pool and spa, as well as a separate seating area with its own water feature.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
The trees and other plants—estimated to total almost 3 million cubic feet of radioactive litter—lay in massive brush piles on the plant grounds, held in place by heavy sheets of white plastic.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
