solid ground

Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words

Refers to the solid surface of the earth. Can also be used figuratively for a stable situation.

groundADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

solid

Examples (10)

  • After days at sea, it felt good to step on solid ground.
  • We need to place the ladder on solid ground before climbing.
  • The house was built on solid ground to withstand earthquakes.
  • Make sure you are standing on solid ground before lifting the heavy box.
  • They finally found solid ground after walking through the swamp.
  • The company is back on solid ground after the financial crisis.
  • We need to establish some solid ground for our negotiations.
  • His scientific theory is not based on solid ground.
  • She wants to be on solid ground before making a commitment.
  • The legal case stands on solid ground thanks to the evidence.