root (for)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for root (for)
Verb
  • In 2015, the Louisville Metro Council approved committing $139 million for construction of the hotel, which opened in 2018.
    Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Lawmakers in California responded in kind, approving a measure to put a proposal on the November ballot that would suspend current redistricting rules and allow Democrats to gain a similar number of seats.
    Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Over the weekend, I was endorsed by a Democratic mayor.
    Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Still, the American Medical Association does not endorse or oppose specific healthcare models, including concierge medicine, the AMA told The Charlotte Observer in an email.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Cuffari recommended the Secret Service develop a strategy to hire more counter-snipers and to ensure that snipers receive the necessary training.
    Bart Jansen, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Counsell commended Horton for buckling down to make big pitches when the Rockies had runners in scoring position.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
  • At the same time, Michels said, Tri-Lakes should be commended for taking the leap.
    Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The poll showed Sherrill winning the support of 46 percent of the likely voters, Ciattarelli garnering 39 percent, 12 percent not sure and 2 percent favoring others.
    Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
  • My mom has always favored my brothers financially.
    R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025
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“Root (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/root%20%28for%29. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.

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