grains
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of grains
1895–1900; earlier grainse < Old Norse grein branch, division; compare Swedish gren
Example Sentences
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The conflict between Russia and Ukraine, two major exporters of grains and, in the case of Russia, fuels, has intensified.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
Adhesive tape allowed them to collect tiny mineral grains from the stones without damaging the monument.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 9, 2026
It’s typically less processed, with larger, irregular grains, and retains other minerals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
Moyin, 22, is a political economy student, from Essex, who balances his studies with athletics and enjoys using flavours inspired by his Nigerian heritage, including grains of paradise and groundnuts.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
Immediately, their faces and bodies were covered with hundreds of white scars—all shaped like the grains of rice that had rained upon them.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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