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grit

[grit] / grɪt /




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They brought flair, grit, and feet that seemed magnetized to the ball as they starred for clubs such as Ajax and Barcelona, AC Milan and Juventus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

In his perception, the learning disorder has brought out his grit and resilience, and helped him hone other skills, such as quickly reading a crowd.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

"They have shown outstanding grit through the tournament. This victory has filled every Indian heart with pride and joy."

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

For the Pistons, it was rare back-to-back losses, despite star man Cade Cunningham showing grit in a losing cause with 26 points.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

There was the tang of salt, of sun, of weakened brine, and grit dissolved in the breakers.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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