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grounded

[groun-did] / ˈgraʊn dɪd /








ADJECTIVE
rooted
Synonyms
ADJECTIVE
shipwrecked
Synonyms


ADJECTIVE
stuck
Synonyms




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Togelius is clinging to hope, grounded in his decades of industry experience, that the potential of AI will ultimately create more immersive virtual worlds.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

So its second half is more conventional and less grounded than its first.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

At one point in the afternoon, firefighting aircraft were briefly grounded as three civilian drones were spotted flying in the airspace.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Airlines have reduced the frequency of flights on some routes, grounded or retired older or less fuel-efficient aircraft, postponed aircraft deliveries, and raised their fees for checked bags and other costs.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

“But he only did hers, so they knew it was him right away. He got grounded for a month.”

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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