great group

noun

: a category below the suborder and above the subgroup in the hierarchy of soil classification comprising one or more subgroups based on similarities in horizons or characteristics of moisture or temperature

called also great soil group

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Stafford is still one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL and has a great group of weapons to work with, including wide receivers Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, and running back Kyren Williams. David Wilson, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2025 The star power is likely already at the NHL level, with their system being more of a great group of supporting cast types. Corey Pronman, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025 Read more: Steelers Reveal Surprising Rookie Injury Update While there are still some questions Pittsburgh needs to answer at the wide receiver position, Rodgers will have a great group of weapons to work with. Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Aug. 2025 The series explores these themes with joy and wonder, through a wide range of emotions, a great group of friends, a lovable bear dad, a wise grandmother and plenty of surprises along the way. Jamie Lang, Variety, 11 June 2025 Tom had a great group of friends that shared his love of cribbage, poker, and other card games. Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025 That’s a great group of names, spanning different skill sets, too. Max Bultman, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024 On Saturdays, there's a killer food truck line-up, live music, and a great group of fun-loving folks. Kara Franker, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024 The guys playing for the USA were a great group of dudes. Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 8 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of great group was in 1960

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“Great group.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/great%20group. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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