root (for)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for root (for)
Verb
  • Two sources who spoke to Reuters said the U.S. may approve $30 million per month in grants to the GHF in the future.
    Beth Bailey, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
  • The new guidance says that, when encountering an immigrant with a pending or approved T or U visa application, ICE agents should first consult with the agency's legal advisors.
    Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • Others endorse the proposal, including the Independent Women’s Forum, a conservative nonprofit based in Virginia.
    Cathy Bussewitz, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025
  • Biden ultimately dropped out and endorsed his vice president, Kamala Harris, as the Democratic nominee less than four weeks later on July 21, 2024.
    Joey Garrison, USA Today, 22 July 2025
Verb
  • Though flats are not her favorite shoe silhouette, Dr. Hubbard highly recommends these Vionic ballet flats for their rare blend of style and support.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 20 July 2025
  • Though the shooter pleaded guilty to murdering Gina – whom her father fondly remembers for her smile, her personality and her desire to help others – and 16 students and staff, the jury did not unanimously recommend the death penalty, resulting in a sentence of life without parole.
    Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 20 July 2025
Verb
  • These entries, commended by the judges, feature colorful auroras, dazzling solar prominences, glowing galaxies and nebulas and breathtaking skyscapes.
    Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 July 2025
  • Kennedy commended major food manufacturers that have pledged to take artificial coloring out of their foods.
    Ashley J. DiMella, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025
Verb
  • As an aside, some people favor the LCSH and some do not.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
  • Lawrence has long favored the label’s luxe-feeling, relaxed pants in a litany of colors.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 18 July 2025
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“Root (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/root%20%28for%29. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.

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