root (out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for root (out)
Verb
  • But advocates say eradicating the Iranian nuclear threat and weakening the regime is in America's national interests because Tehran is a significant destabilizing force in the Middle East, where the United States has key allies and partners, such as Israel and Qatar.
    Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
  • Although the red autumn fruits with yellow casings make a lovely Thanksgiving wreath, this woody vine is difficult to manage and eradicate.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
Verb
  • Brands began to pull together resources to support refugees.
    Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2023
  • The 13-minute performance will likely call for a healthy dose of vibrant, colored lighting to pull it all together.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 10 Feb. 2023
Verb
  • Nick Castellanos found himself in unfamiliar territory during the first pitch of the Philadelphia Phillies game against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday.
    Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2025
  • Authorities found the bodies down an embankment at a campsite in the Cascade Mountains on June 2.
    Kerry Breen June 18, CBS News, 18 June 2025
Verb
  • But the suddenly lukewarm Rockies, who seemed primed to erase the 2024 Sox from the record books, entered Wednesday’s game against Washington with a three-game win streak and a 7-7 record in their last 14 games.
    Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2025
  • Clark tried to erase the memories of his disappointment at Oakmont with an opening round 6-under 64 on Thursday, putting him tied for second in the early afternoon.
    Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 19 June 2025
Verb
  • To learn more about Blanco Ahumado, as well as the history and legacy of Clase Azul, visit claseazul.com.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 17 June 2025
  • Central to the trek is connecting with the region’s Sherpa people, and learning about their culture through song, dance, and food.
    Chloe Berge, Outside Online, 17 June 2025
Verb
  • First discovered: 6:05 p.m. June 19 Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Baker A new wildfire was reported today at 6:05 p.m. in Los Angeles County, California.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2025
  • Once the connection between Edwards and Campbell was discovered, the rest of Bravo's plan came to light, according to authorities.
    Doc Louallen, ABC News, 20 June 2025
Verb
  • About 7 of every 10 Republicans wouldn't abolish ICE, while about half of Democrats would.
    Jim Sergent, USA Today, 14 June 2025
  • The Japanese legislature is preparing to abolish this entanglement and simply allow princesses to stay royal regardless of the status of their spouse.
    Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 8 June 2025
Verb
  • The scent, which exists in the plant's oils, needs to be extracted.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 June 2025
  • The pilot, a 51-year-old man from Maple Park, was extracted from the plane and given emergency medical aid, but ultimately succumbed to his injuries on the scene, officials said.
    Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
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“Root (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/root%20%28out%29. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.

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