grinds 1 of 2

noun

Definition of grindsnext
plural of grind
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as in scratches
a harsh grating sound the grind of ice in the blender sent the cat running from the room

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as in nerds
a person slavishly devoted to intellectual or academic pursuits don't be such a grind—go out with your friends and enjoy yourself

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as in sweats
very hard or unpleasant work yard work is a real grind

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as in routines
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity the daily grind of a 50-mile commute was getting old

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grinds

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verb

present tense third-person singular of grind
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as in rubs
to make smooth by friction after they are ground and polished, these stones can be used for jewelry

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as in grits
to press or strike against or together so as to make a scraping sound everyone in the car winced when the driver ground the gears trying to shift into second

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as in sharpens
to make sharp or sharper better grind down that ax before you even think about trying to cut down that tree

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as in smoothes
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure used the finest polishing paper he could to grind down the facets of the diamond before dusting it with a soft cloth

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as in scrapes
to pass roughly and noisily over or against a surface ground the rock against the stone wall

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as in pounds
to reduce to fine particles grind whole coffee beans if you want the freshest coffee

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grinds
  1. nerds
  2. routines
  3. sharpens
  4. scratches
  5. efforts
  6. smooths
  7. beats
  8. drills
Noun
  • Less of a scene, more for music nerds, said one local attendee in 2024.
    Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
  • A lot of people think that fermentation happens as an effect of acidity and oxygen deprivation, but those nerds are wrong.
    Fran Tirado, Them, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of nerds
Noun
  • Pausing as a Leadership Practice Leaders can incorporate pauses into their routines to unlock their full potential.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Sustainability And Comfort Trends Josh Christian, CEO of the Home Technology Association, anticipates significant advances in climate control by the technology learning our preferences and daily routines over time.
    Jamie Gold, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of routines
Verb
  • The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Mentoring also sharpens your communication and leadership skills.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of sharpens
Verb
  • The truth is, what many agency professionals understand about how to execute a successful partner marketing campaign only scratches the surface of its real potential—and some of it might be based on outright misconceptions.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Though none of that even scratches the surface of all the Jets’ confounding mental errors on Sunday.
    Zack Rosenblatt, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of scratches
Noun
  • While security measures at hospitals have increased following the shooting, experts warn that these efforts may be temporary unless significant changes are made.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Some of Mangione's supporters have left messages of praise for him, while others have criticized the fundraising efforts.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of efforts
Verb
  • Retinol, derived from vitamin A, accelerates cell turnover, smooths fine lines, and stimulates collagen and elastin production.
    Jenny Berg, Allure, 19 Dec. 2024
  • This hybrid shower oil builds into a gentle lather, smoothes and softens skin with squalane, and is made of 50% glycerin, a humectant that helps draw water into the skin.
    Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of smooths
Verb
  • Nothing beats the idea of inclusion.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Their chart-setting record beats the late DMX with whom they were previously tied with each having their first five entries debut at Number One.
    Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of beats
Noun
  • Shakespeare, affectionately known as ‘Two Balls Shakey’ because of his penchant for holding a ball under each arm in training and during warm-up drills, contributed hugely to two promotions from League One in 2009 and the Championship in 2014, the great escape of 2015 and the 5000-1 title success.
    Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Russia's extensive nuclear weapons drills, and its choice to deploy systems in Belarus, have dragged Moscow's tactical nuclear stockpile back into the spotlight.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of drills
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grinds (down)

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