on-the-ground

language: en

definitions

  1. adjective
    Relating to the actual circumstances or conditions in a specific place, as opposed to theoretical or official plans.
    en: Relating to the actual circumstances or conditions in a specific place, as opposed to theoretical or official plans.
  2. adjective
    Directly involved in an activity or physically present at a specific location.
    en: Directly involved in an activity or physically present at a specific location.

examples

  1. The policy failed to address on-the-ground realities.

    The policy failed to address on-the-ground realities.

  2. We need more on-the-ground support for the relief efforts.

    We need more on-the-ground support for the relief efforts.