grit

Definition

  • noun: very small pieces of sand or stone
  • noun: a hard sharp granule (as of sand)
  • verb: to give forth a grating sound

Examples

  • Starting your own business can be very tough, but you just have to 'grit your teeth' and keep working at it.

  • Through resourcefulness and 'grit', the pioneers survived the winter.

  • He shook out his shoes to remove the small rocks and 'grit'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Surprised? Oh, hey, Pete. I didn't hear you come in. It's over. I've got you. You know, I gotta tell you, Pete... ...I really, really admire your grit. I see why Liz likes you. I do. When you first came to the house... ...I wasn't sure. I thought, "Really?" But I get it now. PETER: (..)
    2017 Spider-Man: Homecoming