gritty

Example Sentences

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But the Blues' gritty fightback was essential for Maresca after a turbulent week that raised questions about the Italian's long-term future with the club.

From Barron's

Crawley at least found form with the grittiest of knocks, adding 78 with Joe Root then 68 with Harry Brook, defending well and attacking loose balls.

From Barron's

On arrival day, I woke just as we reached the station in Kansas City, another gritty neighborhood along the tracks.

From Los Angeles Times

Three huge divisional battles did not disappoint - with Aaron Rodgers, fractured wrist and all, leading the Pittsburgh Steelers to a gritty 27-22 success in Baltimore to lead the AFC North outright.

From BBC

That extra effort would prove to be the difference Sunday, as USC held on against the Huskies, starting its Big Ten slate with its grittiest win of the season to date.

From Los Angeles Times