grind (out)

verb

Definition of grind (out)next
as in to develop
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort after several years of aborted attempts, the band finally ground out a new album

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  1. develop
  2. forge
  3. create
  4. work up
Verb
  • Users can see a developing fire on the map, represented by a glowing yellow dot well before its perimeter is reported to the NIFC.
    Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The team developed a set of robotic duck feet that replicated the natural swimming motion of a mallard on the water.
    Alice Jones Webb, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of develop
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  • In the world of social impact, where corporate responsibility intersects with purposeful leadership, Jeremy Brown has forged a unique path.
    Afdhel Aziz, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Between the lines: PBM reform has forged some unusual coalitions in Congress.
    Peter Sullivan, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of forge
Verb
  • Colorado’s 8th District, the state’s newest congressional district, was created during the 2021 redistricting process and designed to be an evenly split swing district.
    Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
  • Their dedication brings Saratoga’s rich history and vibrant landscape to life, creating a place where everyone can feel connected and inspired.
    Yan Zhao, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
Definition of create
Verb
  • Unless Josh finally works up the courage to take his crush on Bananas to the next level.
    Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Death Becomes Her, the new musical adaptation of the 1992 comedy fantasy film, worked up some Broadway magic in its second week since beginning performances at the Lunt-Fontanne, grossing an impressive $1,073,018 for seven previews and filling 98% of the venue’s seats.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of work up
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“Grind (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grind%20%28out%29. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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