grounded in
idiom
1
: based on
These practices are solidly grounded in tradition.
a theory grounded in fact
2
: knowledgeable about the basics of (something)
She is well/solidly grounded in mathematics.
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Successful leadership is often grounded in basic a desire to hold the particular position.
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Michael Peregrine, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
All in all, the idea that Trump won an overwhelming victory in 2024 is less grounded in the data and more based on a sense of surprise relative to (perhaps miscalibrated) expectations.
—Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 26 Nov. 2024
Throughout the track, Lila and Joey celebrate traditional meals as a symbol of a relationship grounded in warmth and mutual appreciation.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 25 Nov. 2024
The alliance was also values-based, grounded in a shared commitment to defend democracy against dictatorship.
—Norbert Röttgen, Foreign Affairs, 22 Nov. 2024
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Michael Peregrine, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
All in all, the idea that Trump won an overwhelming victory in 2024 is less grounded in the data and more based on a sense of surprise relative to (perhaps miscalibrated) expectations.
—Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 26 Nov. 2024
Throughout the track, Lila and Joey celebrate traditional meals as a symbol of a relationship grounded in warmth and mutual appreciation.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 25 Nov. 2024
The alliance was also values-based, grounded in a shared commitment to defend democracy against dictatorship.
—Norbert Röttgen, Foreign Affairs, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Grounded in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grounded%20in. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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