the trenches
plural noun
: a place or situation in which people do very difficult work
These people are working every day down in the trenches to improve the lives of refugees.
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Bryan was the studio executive in the trenches with me on my first show that went to series, Life Unexpected.
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 27 Jan. 2026
The Hurricanes reached the national title game due to their strength in the trenches.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
Reloading the trenches Another area the Horned Frogs did well in during the portal was on the offensive and defensive line.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Jan. 2026
From the spark of an idea, to the trenches of production, to the final moments on the red carpet, this panel will unravel the artistry, breakthrough innovations, challenges and collaboration involved in delivering a film to audiences.
—William Earl, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 27 Jan. 2026
The Hurricanes reached the national title game due to their strength in the trenches.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
Reloading the trenches Another area the Horned Frogs did well in during the portal was on the offensive and defensive line.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Jan. 2026
From the spark of an idea, to the trenches of production, to the final moments on the red carpet, this panel will unravel the artistry, breakthrough innovations, challenges and collaboration involved in delivering a film to audiences.
—William Earl, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for the trenches
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“The trenches.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20trenches. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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