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as in yard
grounds plural
the area around and belonging to a building
an escorted tour of the White House and its surrounding grounds
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as in reason
grounds plural
something (as a belief) that serves as the basis for another thing
evicted the tenants on the grounds that they violated the lease
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as in basis
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
opposed to the notion that religious law should be used as a ground for civil law
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as in soil
the loose surface material in which plants naturally grow
stuck the shovel in the ground and went inside for a glass of water
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as in backdrop
the physical conditions or features that form the setting against which something is viewed
take her picture against a blue ground in order to bring out her blue eyes
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as in sharpened
having an edge thin enough to cut or pierce something
chopping wood with a finely ground axe
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Recent Examples of ground
Olivia Singh,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Between June and November, thousands of humpback whales migrate through Brazilian waters, traveling roughly 2,500 miles (4,000 kilometers) from their feeding grounds in the Southern Ocean to breeding and calving grounds off northeastern Brazil.
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ABC News,
1 July 2026
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
29 Nov. 2025
Soon, pre-ground coffees were available as well, thanks to technological advancements that allowed for long-term storage.
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Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 July 2026
After Jose Altuve scored from third base when Isaac Paredes grounded into a double play in the first inning, Bradley recorded 10 consecutive outs by strikeout.
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CBS News,
2 July 2026
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Noun
Rather than deepening the character, the series largely retraces emotional ground audiences have already seen.
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Olivia Singh,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Between June and November, thousands of humpback whales migrate through Brazilian waters, traveling roughly 2,500 miles (4,000 kilometers) from their feeding grounds in the Southern Ocean to breeding and calving grounds off northeastern Brazil.
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ABC News,
1 July 2026
Adjective
Add the celery and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
29 Nov. 2025
Soon, pre-ground coffees were available as well, thanks to technological advancements that allowed for long-term storage.
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Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
Their earthy tones ground a space and invite a wide range of color pairings.
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Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 July 2026
After Jose Altuve scored from third base when Isaac Paredes grounded into a double play in the first inning, Bradley recorded 10 consecutive outs by strikeout.
—
CBS News,
2 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ground
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.
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The 33-year-old, playing at TPC River Highlands for the ninth time, was in a bunker 80 feet from the 13th hole after his second shot on the 526-yard par-5.
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Over time, filters become less effective at removing sediment, impurities, and lingering tastes from your water supply.
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But recent studies have shown that erosion can also emit CO2 by oxidizing organic carbon contained in eroding sediments.
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But this also is among the reasons her books are considered must-reads in the classroom, and contemporary classics.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers made headlines in 2025 for a number of reasons.
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Unlike traditional sports chants, Jama blends music, rhythm and movement into an expression of community that exists well beyond the soccer field.
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The referee on the field, Raphael Claus, has previously been investigated for match fixing in Brazil, though of course, there's no indication that this was a motivating factor in this case.
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Dominic Canzone and Randy Arozarena walked to load the bases with one out before Josh Naylor struck out swinging.
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The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) evaluates transgender student participation on a case-by-case basis, generally supporting inclusion while lacking a statewide legislative ban.
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Aim to give cucumber plants an inch of water each week from irrigation or rainfall, and water when the top few inches of soil feel dry.
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Water deeply in the morning, check soil moisture regularly, and move plants to shade during heat waves.
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Daytime programming is set to include musical performances and military flyovers along the backdrop of the Great American State Fair.
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Set against a 1920s backdrop, the film shows how the Minions accidentally stumble upon a movie set and conquer Hollywood.
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The oppressive heat wave lands at the same time the nation is observing 250 years since our Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress.
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The transfer of 136 acres just south of the community of Westport will mark the first time land managed by the California Department of Transportation has been returned to Indigenous tribes.
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“Ground.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ground. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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