as in submarines
a large sandwich on a long split roll
ordered a meatball grinder from the beach's concession stand
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Recent Examples of grinders
Truly excellent drip coffee makers for the multiple mugs a day crowd from Technivorm, coffee grinders from Oxo, and travel cups from Zojirushi.
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Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 June 2026
Bungie also then nerfed Cradle progression so players felt the ladder had been pulled up from behind the early grinders.
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Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Actually, these are anything but those same White Sox that wallowed in all that misery the last three years — but rather a team of young, energetic grinders, the product of a near-total roster overhaul by general manager Chris Getz.
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Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
13 June 2026
Between the metropolitan cathedral and presidential palace, Juan Carlos, one of the city’s many organ grinders, says tourists are starting to arrive from the world over.
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Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
Entry-level burr grinders run $30 to $150 and pay for themselves within weeks.
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Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
20 May 2026
The line features a range of countertop essentials, including coffee/spice grinders, slow cookers, air fryers, rice cookers, blenders, toasters, waffle makers, and more, all available exclusively on Amazon.
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Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
Best nail grinders for dogs Thanks to its powerful motor, this tool is strong enough to take on large dogs with dark nails, as well as working effectively for smaller pooches.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
One prominent tweak for the Ducks in Game 2 was the insertion of now-healthy grinders Ross Johnston and Jansen Harkins, who had patiently awaited their opportunity through seven playoff matches.
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Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 June 2026
Bungie also then nerfed Cradle progression so players felt the ladder had been pulled up from behind the early grinders.
—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Actually, these are anything but those same White Sox that wallowed in all that misery the last three years — but rather a team of young, energetic grinders, the product of a near-total roster overhaul by general manager Chris Getz.
—
Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
13 June 2026
Between the metropolitan cathedral and presidential palace, Juan Carlos, one of the city’s many organ grinders, says tourists are starting to arrive from the world over.
—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
Entry-level burr grinders run $30 to $150 and pay for themselves within weeks.
—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
20 May 2026
The line features a range of countertop essentials, including coffee/spice grinders, slow cookers, air fryers, rice cookers, blenders, toasters, waffle makers, and more, all available exclusively on Amazon.
—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
Best nail grinders for dogs Thanks to its powerful motor, this tool is strong enough to take on large dogs with dark nails, as well as working effectively for smaller pooches.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
One prominent tweak for the Ducks in Game 2 was the insertion of now-healthy grinders Ross Johnston and Jansen Harkins, who had patiently awaited their opportunity through seven playoff matches.
—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grinders
Noun
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Cybersecurity How is national security—the kind defended by nuclear submarines—like cybersecurity?
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What funds that were available went to higher priority items like the Dreadnought-class submarines, the SSN-AUKUS program, and the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).
Noun
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Soldier Valley Spirits' objective is to support military heroes and their families, Greenwood said.
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Colombian fans serenaded their heroes outside the Dalmar Hotel, the team hotel, in Fort Lauderdale Friday night.
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This excludes Steak & Cheese Melts and Smokehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket subs.
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The seasonal produce—refreshing watermelon, ripe peaches, sweet silver queen corn, juicy heirloom tomatoes; pub subs on the beach; and anything coming off the grill.
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