Word of the Day: Grit
There are two ways to use the word “grit.” In this first set of examples, grit means determination. A person who has grit works very hard, even when a situation is difficult.
- With support from her family and a lot grit, Denise was able to get through medical school and become a doctor.
- Dan’s ability to win the tennis match showed real grit.
- Immigrants to the United States become successful through faith in American ideals and pure grit.
- It takes grit for a person to become successful.
- You can achieve your goals through a combination of grit and a little luck.
Another way to use the word “grit” is for small particles of sand found in the environment and on sandpaper:
- I used 200-grit sandpaper to sand down a table that I painted.
- Sandpaper for a rough surface should be between 40 and 80 grit.
- You will need to use a very fine grit of sandpaper when sanding down something before you paint it.
- A fine grit of dirt and sand blows around during a dust storm.
- A storm blew all kinds of grit into the air and into everyone’s face.
- You could feel the grit in your teeth.
- The fish we ate last night tasted a little gritty. (The word “gritty” is an adjective.)
- Clam chowder can be a little gritty.
Essential English Dictionary
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