the ground

noun

: the surface of the earth

An apple fell to the ground.

The flight was watched by many observers on the ground.

Examples of the ground in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Potting soils have not contained soil from the ground for years, and have been mainly combinations of peat moss, perlite and vermiculite. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026

Researchers say the root systems of perennials, which can reach several feet down, can access water deeper in the ground. — Joshua A. Bickel, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026

Hoffs said, perched on a Bertoia chair, her feet barely touching the ground. — John Seabrook, New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2026

Titues then shot Malone, who fell to the ground, according to the wife’s account as it is described in the affidavit. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for the ground

• abound
• aground
• around
• astound
• background
• campground
• clothbound
• confound
• earthbound
• eastbound
• expound
• fairground