the ground

noun

: the surface of the earth

An apple fell to the ground.

The flight was watched by many observers on the ground.

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However, numerous tests of Starliner's propulsion system in space and on the ground failed to convince NASA managers that more problems would not develop during the spacecraft's return to Earth. —

Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 4 Feb. 2025 An unidentified individual in a car on the ground was also killed, according to local authorities. —

Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2025 Corner hooks are additionally helpful for keeping your blanket on the ground against strong winds. —

Olivia Bria, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2025 Wednesday’s crash was the deadliest in the U.S. since Nov. 12, 2001, when a jet slammed into a New York City neighborhood just after takeoff, killing all 260 people on board and five on the ground. —

David R. Martin, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the ground