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Recent Examples of gritty
From gritty Brazilian dramas to goofy British sitcoms, here’s a look at ten shows and films that have hit the back of the net.
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Jon O'Brien, Vulture, 10 June 2026
Anaheim will probably have interest in bringing Trouba back, but if that doesn’t work out, there will always be significant demand in free agency for a gritty, physical right-shot defender who can eat massive minutes.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 10 June 2026
That second tier of talent, more commonly known for gritty, dramatic performances, brings a gravitas to Deep Cover.
—Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 8 June 2026
When her team needed her the most, JSerra High pitcher Liliana Escobar delivered a gritty 12-strikeout effort in the Southern Section Division 1 finals against La Mirada, leading the Lions to a 3-2 win and their first CIF title.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
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Jon O'Brien, Vulture, 10 June 2026
Anaheim will probably have interest in bringing Trouba back, but if that doesn’t work out, there will always be significant demand in free agency for a gritty, physical right-shot defender who can eat massive minutes.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 10 June 2026
That second tier of talent, more commonly known for gritty, dramatic performances, brings a gravitas to Deep Cover.
—Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 8 June 2026
When her team needed her the most, JSerra High pitcher Liliana Escobar delivered a gritty 12-strikeout effort in the Southern Section Division 1 finals against La Mirada, leading the Lions to a 3-2 win and their first CIF title.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gritty
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Froggatt will play Harriet Talbot, who is sharp, unflinching, and unwilling to back down.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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First, there’s the unflinching political courage.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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Native materials, like Caballero white marble from the north coast, run throughout the property, giving it a sandy, neutral appearance.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Along the pool’s sandy shores, individuals can use the volleyball courts and teqball table.—
Dante Estrada,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Visit Fort Mackinac for costumed reenactments that bring the frontier military days to vivid life.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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Northern Lights illuminate the night sky with vivid purple and green hues above a distant cityscape following a strong solar storm coinciding with the spring equinox in Fairbanks, Alaska, United States, on March 20, 2026.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Given the draw is so wide open, why not go for the plucky teenager thrilling his home crowd?—
Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Like Stranger Things, The Boroughs features a supernatural mystery that is uncovered by a plucky group of underdogs—rather than teenagers, our heroes are a group of retirees who live in the titular retirement home.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Touring the campus on an early-autumn morning with Crowley and the university’s biodiversity officer, Abhishek Dixit, I was struck by the earthy overgrowth of the school grounds, which nature appeared determined to reclaim.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The array of feathers added pops of color to the dress, with muted, earthy tones like soft browns and golds and more featured throughout.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
10 June 2026
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Harmony, balance, and structure come together in a rich, expressive bubbly.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Other colored stones are also gaining traction as couples explore more expressive options beyond the traditional diamond.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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Spielberg has been resolute in his beliefs since before Disclosure Day entered production.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 June 2026
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As resolute as Tortorella remained afterward, the Hurricanes were confident the decision would turn out in their favor.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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The road’s hairpin turns and gravelly washes mean slow going; the trip from Marfa to Chinati Hot Springs will likely take around two hours.—
Eva Frederick,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2026
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Like many other succulents, 'Angelina' stonecrops are drought-tolerant, can grow in sandy or gravelly soil, and thrive in sunny, well-draining conditions.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Gritty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gritty. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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