
On the ground
Actual Work
Used to talk about physical presence and actions taken in a specific location.

Relief teams are on the ground providing food and shelter.
Direct Involvement
Implies being actively engaged in activities, not remotely or from a distance.

The researcher went on the ground to collect data personally.
Immediate Presence
Highlights someone's availability at the scene to address issues promptly.

Having engineers on the ground helped fix the issue faster.
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