grubbing (about)

Definition of grubbing (about)next
present participle of grub (about)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for grubbing (about)
Verb
  • And finding out what’s been there all along.
    Clayton Davis, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026
  • After all avenues have been exhausted for finding out who these people are, the chief medical examiner of Alexandroupoli calls the chief imam of Sidiro, which is a Muslim Greek village.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The contrast stripes running down the sides of the legs add a fun, sporty touch.
    Annie Blackman, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
  • With the final seconds running down, Erickson elevated near the free-throw line and his shot fell through the net at the buzzer to ignite a wild on-court celebration.
    Oc Register, Oc Register, 11 Jan. 2026
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“Grubbing (about).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grubbing%20%28about%29. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.

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