grit
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
There, I will watch whatever I’m served, and grit my teeth as needed.
From Salon ● Sep. 11, 2026
Her parents, who were in the military, “were able to get to financial prosperity through hard work and grit and determination,” she said.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
Did you enjoy that or grit your teeth through it?
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
"I think people are looking for a bit of grit or something that feels a bit more real," she says.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
I grit my teeth and nod at her.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
The corn ground at the Old Mill is Tennessee-grown, never genetically modified, and no harsh chemicals or additives are added to the cornmeal and grits.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
The restaurants served up moderately priced country ham, pancakes, eggs and grits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2025
He married those influences with a deep love for South Carolina Lowcountry cuisine like shrimp and grits, fried fish and hoppin’ John.
From New York Times ● Mar. 8, 2024
During my period of incarceration, I subsisted on a diet consisting mostly of unsanitary and poorly cooked trays of starches like grits and rice, dehydrated collard greens and canned meat.
From Salon ● Jan. 18, 2024
“I’m thinking we could plug the leak with grits, if the lady has some.”
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
When the Celtics gritted their teeth and put Brown on the table, catastrophe struck: their offer wasn’t enough.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
"I gritted my teeth on everything," Naumov said.
From Barron's ● Jan. 11, 2026
Not performatively fun, not “I’m smiling through gritted teeth” fun, but genuinely pleasurable, in that way long projects can feel when the rhythm carries you.
From Salon ● Nov. 25, 2025
In particular it manufactures and exports pharmaceuticals worth $50bn a year – so Dublin welcomed the EU-US agreement through gritted teeth.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2025
Håkon gritted his teeth so hard, they squeaked.
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
But credit Skubal for gritting it out each time, keeping the Dodgers in those three games against the Chicago Cubs, the Kansas City Royals and Brewers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
Though Alicia emerged victorious, Christiane held a plank for over three minutes, arms trembling and gritting her teeth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
Liu said he was "gritting my teeth and holding on" -- and hoping that the government helped to "stabilise the currency".
From Barron's ● Jan. 21, 2026
The closures follow reports of "about 200" parked cars blocking gritting lorries and emergency services trying to respond to an injured walker near Edale on Saturday.
From BBC ● Jan. 12, 2025
“I am sorry, Stepmother,” Ash said, gritting her teeth.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
Vocabulary lists containing grit
Bridge to Terabithia
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Where the Red Fern Grows
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Free Lunch
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
