Grit is a tiny, hard piece of earth like sand or small stone. You can find grit on the ground or in dirt. It feels rough when you touch it.
There is grit in my shoe.
The grit on the road helps cars stop.
Grit means being brave and not giving up, even when things are hard. It is a strong mind to keep trying and working well.
She showed grit and won the race.
It takes grit to finish hard work.
Grit is the size number of small particles on sandpaper or other rough materials. It tells how rough or smooth the surface will be when used.
This sandpaper has a fine grit.
Choose grit for smooth wood.
Grit can mean being very brave and strong inside when facing hard or scary things. It is about mental toughness and boldness.
His grit helped in hard times.
Soldiers need grit on battlefields.
To grit means to press or grind your teeth together tightly. People do this when they feel angry, scared, or want to stay strong.
He gritted his teeth in pain.
She gritted her teeth to be strong.
Grit can mean tiny stones or shells found in places like rivers or beaches. These small parts make the surface hard and rough.
The river has lots of grit inside.
The beach's grit shines under the sun.