REGROUND Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

reground

verb

past tense of regrind

as in sanded

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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

Definition of sanded

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For couples trying to build a life that feels both grounded and inspired, Charlotte makes a strong case for itself.

— Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Every supporting cast member pops, Zimmer’s score is ominously tense, and the action sequences are grounded and effective.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026

Definition of ground

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Earlier on Thursday, Paramount filed its opposition, arguing that the states are unlikely to prevail on their case and should not be granted a restraining order.

— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 17 July 2026
Three environmental groups filed a lawsuit Thursday challenging the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors’ approval of the Upper Westside Project.

— Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026

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Scheft, who grew up in Israel and Denmark and honed his craft across Europe, is best known as the founder of Lehamin Bakery in Tel Aviv and for co-founding Breads Bakery in New York.

— Connie Ogle July 17, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
Creatively, the film is in the sturdy hands of director Wes Ball, who honed his genre chops with the Maze Runner trilogy and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024).

— Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026

Definition of honed

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Her eyes also boasted their usual liquid black wing with a metallic shimmer on the lids and a Gothic charcoal hue buffed in her waterline.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
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

Definition of buffed

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Ceviche arrives bright and cold, sharpened by citrus, softened by fresh seafood, and lifted with herbs and heat.

— Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
Her competitive edge sharpened after hearing the news that a nearby state, Nevada, was a top contender for the first slot on the calendar.

— Jesús Rodríguez, New Yorker, 10 July 2026

Definition of sharpened

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Prosecutors had alleged Smith rubbed the Orland Park child’s back under his shirt, causing scratches, during their 14 tutoring sessions from December 2025 to January.

— Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026
Pancho, a heavy-bodied Airedale, whimpered and rubbed against my leg with the expectation of excitement to come.

— Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 15 July 2026

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