grind out

verb

ground out; grinding out; grinds out

transitive verb

: to produce in a mechanical way

Examples of grind out in a Sentence

after several years of aborted attempts, the band finally ground out a new album
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The road team won both times these teams played earlier this year, with Marquette taking down Xavier 72-70 in December and Xavier grinding out a 59-57 road win over Marquette in the rematch on January 18. — Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025 For those who favor the challenger, pick Ankalaev to grind out a decision. — Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025 Following Cherry and The Gray Man, the brothers continue their post-Avengers streak of grinding out content for streaming platforms, amassing big budgets and marquee-name stars for quick-consumption movies destined to leave zero cultural footprint. — David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025 Given their disastrous away form — two wins in the Bundesliga away from home all season — Dortmund’s trip to France will be perilous, particularly for a side short on the substance necessary to grind out results on big European nights. — James McNicholas, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for grind out

Word History

First Known Use

1868, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grind out was in 1868

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“Grind out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grind%20out. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.

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