reground

past tense of regrind

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reground
Verb
  • So that’s a long time for the edges to get sanded off and turned into these happy folkloric stories.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
  • Paint can be stripped or sanded down and stained so the natural wood of these pieces can really shine.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 6 June 2026
Verb
  • The two daredevils who scaled the spire of the Empire State Building while the world watched have been grounded by the New York Police Department and are now the targets of a criminal investigation.
    Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 3 July 2026
  • The Navy had to wait for specialized technicians to arrive or ship massive parts across the globe to repair depots in the US, keeping combat jets grounded.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • In March, the administration filed a new lawsuit again trying to block California’s ability to set stricter-than-federal emissions standards for cars.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Lastly, Salinas had an active warrant against him filed in May for fleeing from police after a hit and run.
    Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • While students honed their skills at the Santa Monica studio for the last year and four months, Blanck found an old pilates studio in Pacific Highlands for rent, but the numbers just didn't add up.
    Rina Nakano, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • Rashford has looked the best against a low block, particularly with his inswinging crosses and the striker tendencies which were honed by Benni McCarthy at Manchester United.
    Adam Crafton, New York Times, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Her eyes also boasted their usual liquid black wing with a metallic shimmer on the lids and a Gothic charcoal hue buffed in her waterline.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
  • The shoes are designed for both poolside lounging and fancier occasions in mind, since they can be easily wiped dry and buffed with a leather cleansing cream for a polished look.
    Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 May 2026
Verb
  • My picks include travel-friendly outfits that won’t wrinkle in your suitcase, sets that are polished enough to wear to dinner, and easy errand-running duos that take the stress out of getting dressed in the morning—all starting at just $15.
    Annie Blackman, InStyle, 22 June 2026
  • The relaxed tank and wide-leg pants feel comfortable enough for a flight, but the silhouette looks polished enough for lunch, sightseeing, or an impromptu dinner reservation.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • That gap matters because the science on prevention has sharpened considerably in the past two years.
    Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026
  • One of the joys of Air, down to the breathy purity of its title, is its contempt for design—an easy target, but one for which Kracht has sharpened his blade.
    Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • Brown alleged Wilhelmy rubbed her stomach, touched her shoulders and spanked her despite objections.
    Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026
  • Flores says this helps prevent dirt and debris from being rubbed into and scratching the surface during the cleaning process.
    Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 27 June 2026
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“Reground.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reground. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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