as in deep
firmly established over time
a popular, rooted misconception that has proved very resistant to correction
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as in embedded
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
rooted the post securely in the dirt
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Recent Examples of rooted
Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2026
There’s no need for elaborate, high-tech designs, only a sensitivity to ventilation, shade, openness, and materials that feel rooted in local life.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 1 Apr. 2026
As the individuals involved have not publicly confirmed their identities beyond the comments, much of the story remains rooted in speculation.
—Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
This form of Zionism remains deeply rooted in the American Jewish community, particularly the Modern Orthodox branch.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Eggplant purple, sage green, mustard yellow, and icy blue shades feel at once modern and rooted in the ‘70s.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2026
More than a saying, pura vida is a guiding philosophy that honors simplicity and sustainability, and celebrates the deep-rooted connection between people and their environment.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
At a time when religious institutions are seeking to rebuild trust, the new Archbishop aims for leadership that is less distant and more rooted in people's everyday lives.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 27 Mar. 2026
But its broad strokes and rooted passions easily earn their place, and deserve to inspire more such stories.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
David Caraccio
april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
This season will have five episodes, each exploring how Asian culinary culture has rooted itself across the European continent.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
So this city, the community, my family is rooted here.
—Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Mclusky were always rooted more in bile than hormones, contempt and wit over quick-burn idealism.
—Alex Robert Ross, Pitchfork, 25 Mar. 2026
Boko Haram is more locally rooted, identifying with Nigeria’s pre-colonial history, and ISWAP is more transnational.
—Obi Anyadike, semafor.com, 23 Mar. 2026
Everything’s handmade, locally rooted, and built to last—souvenirs with soul.
—Jessica Binns, Sourcing Journal, 18 Mar. 2026
The data suggest the slump in academic performance is not rooted only in instructional disruption.
—Moriah Balingit, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
My natural pheromones are rooted first with the mylk’s top notes, pink pepper and Italian bergamot, before the light heart of waterlily and bamboo kicks in.
—Essence, 17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The most common animal the team found was an organism about the size of a human adult index finger that had a wormlike body and a disk that kept it rooted to the seafloor.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2026
There’s no need for elaborate, high-tech designs, only a sensitivity to ventilation, shade, openness, and materials that feel rooted in local life.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 1 Apr. 2026
As the individuals involved have not publicly confirmed their identities beyond the comments, much of the story remains rooted in speculation.
—Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
This form of Zionism remains deeply rooted in the American Jewish community, particularly the Modern Orthodox branch.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Eggplant purple, sage green, mustard yellow, and icy blue shades feel at once modern and rooted in the ‘70s.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2026
More than a saying, pura vida is a guiding philosophy that honors simplicity and sustainability, and celebrates the deep-rooted connection between people and their environment.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
At a time when religious institutions are seeking to rebuild trust, the new Archbishop aims for leadership that is less distant and more rooted in people's everyday lives.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 27 Mar. 2026
But its broad strokes and rooted passions easily earn their place, and deserve to inspire more such stories.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
The home’s slate roof, copper gutters and rock-solid foundation signal a different kind of luxury — one rooted less in square footage and more in construction, craftsmanship and permanence.
—David Caraccio
april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
This season will have five episodes, each exploring how Asian culinary culture has rooted itself across the European continent.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
So this city, the community, my family is rooted here.
—Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Mclusky were always rooted more in bile than hormones, contempt and wit over quick-burn idealism.
—Alex Robert Ross, Pitchfork, 25 Mar. 2026
Boko Haram is more locally rooted, identifying with Nigeria’s pre-colonial history, and ISWAP is more transnational.
—Obi Anyadike, semafor.com, 23 Mar. 2026
Everything’s handmade, locally rooted, and built to last—souvenirs with soul.
—Jessica Binns, Sourcing Journal, 18 Mar. 2026
The data suggest the slump in academic performance is not rooted only in instructional disruption.
—Moriah Balingit, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
My natural pheromones are rooted first with the mylk’s top notes, pink pepper and Italian bergamot, before the light heart of waterlily and bamboo kicks in.
—Essence, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rooted
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For many involved, the partnership also represents a deeper cultural milestone, blending Korean flavors and storytelling with a brand that shaped their childhoods.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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For now, gone are the days of a seven-deep Knicks rotation under Thibodeau that forced Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, OG Anunoby and Hart to log heavy minutes.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Jordan, an energetic 2-year-old hound mix, was nursed back to health and properly trained at the shelter after he was found with a shock collar embedded into his neck over a year ago.—
Amanda Rosa
April 9,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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They're deeply embedded in the global supply chains and have been migrating upstream in terms of their importance to product design.—
Josh Brown,Sean Russo,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Whether measured in testosterone levels, bone density, lung capacity, or muscle mass, biological males carry inherent physical advantages over women.—
Lisa Frizell,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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The physical dangers inherent in productions at this time were inseparable from the stories appearing onscreen, because simulation was more or less impossible; filmmaking was analog.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In 13 years, not a single ethics complaint by any staff in his office or any other office has ever been lodged.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Apr. 2026
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In 13 years, not a single ethics complaint by any staff in his office or any other office has ever been lodged.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Carol Greitzer, a trailblazing City Council member who fought for women’s rights and played a key role in dismantling the entrenched Tammany Hall political machine in New York, died on April 3.—
Lincoln Anderson,
New York Daily News,
7 Apr. 2026
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As part of a family so entrenched in UCLA tradition, Jaquez has always thought Los Angeles college basketball was on top of the world.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Among confirmed civilian casualties, 221 are children, the group said.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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The California Department of Public Health said the six confirmed cases in the Sacramento area represent the third outbreak of measles this year in California.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Jacobs launched Marc by Marc Jacobs in 2001, cementing his eventual status as a fashion mogul — and, at moments throughout his career, as a kind of enfant terrible who, as it’s shown in this documentary, has cooled down a bit, more settled and reflective in his late career.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
26 Feb. 2026
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Of course the categories may overlap, but many of the young people in Astoria or Ridgewood-Bushwick have grown up in their parents’ homes in more settled parts of the city.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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