as in grit
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
the movie somewhat exaggerates the grittiness of the explorers, but the basic facts are correct
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Recent Examples of grittiness
The Los Alamitos High product is known for his all-business approach to football as well as his overall grittiness as a receiver.
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Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
His relaxed point of view is a far cry from the grandness or the grittiness that marked the work of Western painters past like Frederic Remington or Albert Bierstadt.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
Eye drops Some people experience significant seasonal allergy symptoms in their eyes, such as dryness, burning, watering, itchiness or grittiness.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
The grittiness of this powder can cause the stone to lose its shine or have permanent scratches.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Medium- or fine-grind cornmeal makes pancakes with a pleasant grittiness, while buttermilk keeps the interiors light and tender.
—Ken Haedrich, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Feb. 2026
He’s not missed a game yet and his teammates have been inspired by the grittiness required to play through the pain.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
The slightly coarse grittiness of these bars might not be to everyone's liking, but tasting chocolate in this deliberately unrefined form is something everyone should experience at least once.
—Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 4 Feb. 2026
In fact, baking soda's uses are extensive because of its grittiness and its ability to eliminate odors.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
His relaxed point of view is a far cry from the grandness or the grittiness that marked the work of Western painters past like Frederic Remington or Albert Bierstadt.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
Eye drops Some people experience significant seasonal allergy symptoms in their eyes, such as dryness, burning, watering, itchiness or grittiness.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
The grittiness of this powder can cause the stone to lose its shine or have permanent scratches.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Medium- or fine-grind cornmeal makes pancakes with a pleasant grittiness, while buttermilk keeps the interiors light and tender.
—Ken Haedrich, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Feb. 2026
He’s not missed a game yet and his teammates have been inspired by the grittiness required to play through the pain.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
The slightly coarse grittiness of these bars might not be to everyone's liking, but tasting chocolate in this deliberately unrefined form is something everyone should experience at least once.
—Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 4 Feb. 2026
In fact, baking soda's uses are extensive because of its grittiness and its ability to eliminate odors.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grittiness
Noun
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There might be a fight to escape, but even those few who crawl over rocks and grit and sand to reach terra firma find their surroundings changed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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All of the classic, comforting flavors of good old shrimp and grits come together in easy, casserole form.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 May 2026
Noun
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Both Judge Lang and Suffolk DA Kevin Hayden applauded the victim’s courage.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
19 May 2026
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One drink opened the chest, two turned fear into courage’s cheap cousin, three steadied the hand enough to write the future in invisible ink.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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Shoal Creek Elementary School Principal Harmeena Omoto has been honored with the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office Citizens of Courage Award for her acts of bravery amid threats of a mass shooting at her school.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 May 2026
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Her perseverance and bravery are inspiring to the members of my office, and more importantly, to survivors everywhere.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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What isn’t debatable is that their blend of talent, experience and mental fortitude left them uniquely positioned to thrive under such tense conditions.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Abbass gives a master class in less-is-more restraint in these scenes, her character’s fortitude severely challenged but unbroken by her years of suffering.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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Training to Be Ellie Houston The performance has been months in the making, with Ellie deep in rehearsals and training to get her stamina half-time ready.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
9 May 2026
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Used for stress, focus, fatigue, and stamina (NCCIH).—
Ryan Brennan
May 6,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Hsu’s voice performance also gives Kristen spunk in these scenes, while Sharpe brings an unexpected vulnerability to AJ.—
Marya E. Gates,
IndieWire,
13 May 2026
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She was known among her neighbors for her generosity and spunk — and among her relatives for stubborn refusal to leave Bellevue Square, her home of 54 years, The Courant reported in 1997.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Grittiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grittiness. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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