on the ground

phrase

: at the scene of action

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After all, before local groups responded to storm damage sites, neighbors were already on the ground helping their neighbors out. — Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2026 At the top of their performance, Yung Lean grabbed a Moon Person before making his way to the main stage and smashing the statue on the ground. — Preezy Brown, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026 For those who couldn’t make it everywhere, WWD was on the ground hopping between some of the more intimate presentations. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 The offense totaled 475 yards, gaining 209 yards through the air and 266 on the ground. — Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the ground

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“On the ground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20ground. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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