off the ground
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Homeless services providers working with the city on the program said part of the challenge has been getting a completely new program off the ground.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
He said that "the panels are being stood up off the ground" so that grass and wildlife has access to the sun.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Hawaii's emergency management agency recommended residents clear gutters and drains and move valuables off the ground, seal gaps in doors and remove tree limbs that threaten their properties.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
Then, JPMorgan pledged around $4 billion of financing to get the new Super League off the ground.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
Turning, I saw him bend down and scoop up a small white envelope off the ground.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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