Grind and Strive

Grind

Grind verb - To make smooth by friction.

Strive and grind are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Strive" instead a verb "Grind".

Nearby Words: grinding, grinder, grinded

Strive

Strive verb - To devote serious and sustained effort.
Usage example: not only must we strive for peace in time of war, we must strive mightily to maintain that peace

Grind and strive are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Grind" instead a verb "Strive".

Nearby Words: striving, striven
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