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grassroots

[gras-roots, -roots, grahs-] / ˈgræsˌruts, -ˌrʊts, ˈgrɑs- /


ADJECTIVE
involving ordinary people, rather than politicians
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In France, grassroots coaching is licensed and standardized by the country’s soccer federation.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 12, 2026

It comes down to tradition and purist coaching methods at grassroots level.

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

Platner, a Marine veteran whose blunt anti-establishment message thrilled the progressive grassroots, quit the race after a rape allegation he denies.

From Barron's Jul. 10, 2026

A good chunk of those funds is expected to be plowed into soccer clubs and programs at the grassroots level, helping to develop still more players.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

We were in the process of building a massive grassroots campaign network—ultimately two hundred staffers in thirty-seven offices—the largest in the history of the Iowa caucuses.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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