Example Sentences

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And in the fourth quarter, after Nebraska’s offense had ground to a halt, it was Miller who punched in the go-ahead touchdown.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2025

Schools and banks were also closed Tuesday, and public transport had ground to a standstill.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 5, 2024

Mitchell Starc was on the receiving end this time and his opening two overs went for 22 runs, more than the 21 Australia had ground out during the first hour on Friday.

From Washington Times • Jul. 29, 2023

The disciplined Hornets thought they had ground out a first league double over Burnley since 2002-03, but a last-gasp inswinging corner caused havoc in the previously sure-footed defence, and Obafemi transformed the mood.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2023

Aunt Shuvai and Aunt Chipo had grown this grain; she and Masvita had ground it.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer