grounded in
idiom
1
: based on
These practices are solidly grounded in tradition.
a theory grounded in fact
2
: knowledgeable about the basics of (something)
She is well/solidly grounded in mathematics.
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Traditional polling usually serves as the foundation for most election forecasts, the Presidential Predictor provides an additional lens, one grounded in investor confidence and broader economic performance.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
As was the case in 1994, most of the claims that were used to rationalize these horrors were grounded in misinformation, outright lies, and racist fantasies.
—Eladio B. Bobadilla / Made By History, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
That’s despite the fact that his portrayal of immigration isn’t grounded in reality.
—Lavanya Ramanathan, Vox, 29 Oct. 2024
McCoy says his team’s approach remains grounded in real-time data from election officials, insulating them from speculation and unverified reports.
—Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
As was the case in 1994, most of the claims that were used to rationalize these horrors were grounded in misinformation, outright lies, and racist fantasies.
—Eladio B. Bobadilla / Made By History, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
That’s despite the fact that his portrayal of immigration isn’t grounded in reality.
—Lavanya Ramanathan, Vox, 29 Oct. 2024
McCoy says his team’s approach remains grounded in real-time data from election officials, insulating them from speculation and unverified reports.
—Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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“Grounded in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grounded%20in. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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