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[grit] / grɪt /




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Ahead of Saturday's awards ceremony, AFP brings you some of the chicest and craziest looks, and also the actor who brought a bit of grit to the glamour.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The novel blends grit, romanticism and impish humor.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Whereas in the language of sports, we talk about endurance, discipline and grit.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement: "As one of the longest-tenured members of the Grizzlies, Brandon was a beloved team-mate and leader who played the game with enormous passion and grit."

From BBC • May 12, 2026

After a bit Jinny sat down, then lay back on the sand and felt the damp hard grit beneath her, through her wet clothes.

From "Orphan Island" by Laurel Snyder




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