reground

past tense of regrind

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reground
Verb
  • So that’s a long time for the edges to get sanded off and turned into these happy folkloric stories.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
  • Paint can be stripped or sanded down and stained so the natural wood of these pieces can really shine.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 6 June 2026
Verb
  • Montgomery then grounded into a fielder’s choice, with Acuña scoring to tie it at 1.
    LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026
  • Trying to protect a one-run lead, Gregory Soto (4-2) let the first two Reds batters reach safely in the ninth before getting Sal Stewart to ground into a double play.
    CBS News, CBS News, 27 June 2026
Verb
  • The ruling was issued as part of a class-action lawsuit filed by noncitizens challenging ICE’s recent practice of making arrests at immigration courthouses and detaining people for extended periods in facilities designed for short-term holds.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
  • The trial court dismissed the petition as time-barred on May 1, 2025, concluding it was filed one day past the 365-day jurisdictional deadline.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Following his jail release in 1962, the burgeoning musician honed his chops on Toronto's Yonge Street strip, soaking up the R&B influences of the local music scene.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 25 June 2026
  • Chef/owner Brian Baik honed his skills in New York before returning to Los Angeles.
    Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • The shoes are designed for both poolside lounging and fancier occasions in mind, since they can be easily wiped dry and buffed with a leather cleansing cream for a polished look.
    Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 May 2026
  • All sleek lines of Range Rover perfection, shining like it's been buffed by the soft bellies of kittens.
    ABC News, ABC News, 26 May 2026
Verb
  • My picks include travel-friendly outfits that won’t wrinkle in your suitcase, sets that are polished enough to wear to dinner, and easy errand-running duos that take the stress out of getting dressed in the morning—all starting at just $15.
    Annie Blackman, InStyle, 22 June 2026
  • The relaxed tank and wide-leg pants feel comfortable enough for a flight, but the silhouette looks polished enough for lunch, sightseeing, or an impromptu dinner reservation.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • Andy Burnham's resounding special election win in Makerfield last week sharpened the focus on Starmer's future.
    Nick Duffy, NBC news, 22 June 2026
  • Living in New York has only sharpened my anxiety about personal safety.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • But did Spilotro go about life as an upstanding model citizen who rubbed elbows with the Vegas elite, while quietly and stealthily protecting the Mafia's financial interests in Vegas casinos?
    Adam Harrington, CBS News, 23 June 2026
  • With its Jewish delis, atmospheric dive bars, and underground music scene, the Mile End neighborhood minted the defining Montreal cool of the indie aughts—a place where cardiganed Italian grandmas rubbed shoulders with tattooed creatives.
    Jen Rose Smith, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 June 2026
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“Reground.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reground. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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