on the ground

phrase

: at the scene of action

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After the play, Lasko could not get up and remained on the ground in the outfield. — Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 During our time on the ground, we were not prevented from reporting. — James Longman, ABC News, 3 July 2026 There are two national guard members waiting in line at the Starbucks on the ground floor. — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 4 July 2026 Seed on the ground molds quickly and attracts disease-carrying rodents. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the ground

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“On the ground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20ground. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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