They stood on solid ground when faced with challenges.
common ground
Frequency:
50
%
They found common ground in their love for hiking.
firm footing
Frequency:
45
%
With a firm footing in their shared values, they overcame all obstacles.
Idiomatic Expressions for groundies
Phrase: break new ground
Meaning: To do something innovative or pioneering; to make a new discovery or advance.
Usage: The scientist's research broke new ground in the field of genetics.