grindstone

Example Sentences

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If she works hard, keeps her nose to the grindstone, and remains diligent, within a few years she might even find herself making six figures.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2024

But interesting pieces, such as an enormous grindstone, can be found outside year-round.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 25, 2023

Ms. Ward, a mother of three sons and a grandmother, did allow herself to enjoy the achievement just a little before putting her nose back to the grindstone.

From Washington Times • Mar. 22, 2023

Even if you can’t permanently retire from the full-time grindstone, your low expenses buy you a lot of flexibility.

From Slate • Feb. 13, 2023

Timothy said that the sand in the sea water acted like a grindstone on the sharp edges of the coral.

From "The Cay" by Theodore Taylor