The term 'Workers with a daily grind' refers to people who have a job that requires them to perform the same tasks on a daily basis. One example of such a job is a barista, which is an 8-letter word that can be used to solve the crossword. Baristas are workers who prepare and serve coffee drinks in cafes, restaurants, and other establishments. They typically have to perform the same tasks every day, such as grinding coffee beans, steaming milk, and making espresso-based drinks.