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
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Meet the old Irish Goat Known historically as an Gabhar Fiáin—or the wild goat—the old Irish Goat is deeply rooted in both Irish folklore and agriculture.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 26 Feb. 2026
Moderated by Emily Longeretta, director of features at Variety, this session will explore how event-level documentaries can be urgent and impactful while remaining empathetic and rooted in the voices most affected.
—William Earl, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
If comments like these cross a line ‒ or feel rooted in sexism ‒human resources or upper management should be involved.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
The property is foodie-focused with 12 restaurants, and feels deeply rooted in place with local art and design.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
These two corridors form a compact but powerful historic footprint — walkable, visible and deeply rooted in the civic and constitutional struggle that shaped modern America.
—Alvin C. Hathaway Sr, Baltimore Sun, 22 Feb. 2026
But his tree still stands tall, rooted, unshaken.
—Christopher Derose, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
Deeply rooted in cowboy culture, the styles retain the official jean for the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) brand’s traditional five-pocket construction and classic Western detailing.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
Jenelyn Russo, Oc Register, 27 Feb. 2026
Also, Sa Su Phi is rooted and closely linked to Milan.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
Lang also addresses the fundamental business transition that Disney faces as the company that has traditionally been rooted around its movie and TV studio looks to parks and experiences to drive its future that is infused by Disney storytelling from Hollywood and elsewhere.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Nowadays, the tradition is rooted less in utility (a 2026 bride probably has her own pots, thank you very much; or if not, a loyal DoorDash subscription) and more in thoughtfulness.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026
Healthy sod should feel firmly rooted, show consistent green growth, and require less frequent watering.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
The 19-year-old, who had been on the pitch for around 10 minutes, scored the equaliser for a team rooted to the bottom of the table, a strike which could just have a major say in the Premier League title race.
—Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
Look for strong sturdy leaves that have a nice shape and that are rooted well in the soil.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 11 Feb. 2026
If your goal is a fuller plant, Kemery advises that cuttings can be replanted back into the original pot, or the vines can be rooted right in place using the bead-like tubers.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
For these locally rooted firms, that valuation is too low to catch the attention of institutional buyers like private equity, but too large for smaller-time buyers, leaving them largely invisible to the market.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Meet the old Irish Goat Known historically as an Gabhar Fiáin—or the wild goat—the old Irish Goat is deeply rooted in both Irish folklore and agriculture.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 26 Feb. 2026
Moderated by Emily Longeretta, director of features at Variety, this session will explore how event-level documentaries can be urgent and impactful while remaining empathetic and rooted in the voices most affected.
—William Earl, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
If comments like these cross a line ‒ or feel rooted in sexism ‒human resources or upper management should be involved.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
The property is foodie-focused with 12 restaurants, and feels deeply rooted in place with local art and design.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
These two corridors form a compact but powerful historic footprint — walkable, visible and deeply rooted in the civic and constitutional struggle that shaped modern America.
—Alvin C. Hathaway Sr, Baltimore Sun, 22 Feb. 2026
But his tree still stands tall, rooted, unshaken.
—Christopher Derose, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
Deeply rooted in cowboy culture, the styles retain the official jean for the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) brand’s traditional five-pocket construction and classic Western detailing.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
But Losquadro’s connection to the Titan community was rooted largely in campus employment.
—Jenelyn Russo, Oc Register, 27 Feb. 2026
Also, Sa Su Phi is rooted and closely linked to Milan.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
Lang also addresses the fundamental business transition that Disney faces as the company that has traditionally been rooted around its movie and TV studio looks to parks and experiences to drive its future that is infused by Disney storytelling from Hollywood and elsewhere.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Nowadays, the tradition is rooted less in utility (a 2026 bride probably has her own pots, thank you very much; or if not, a loyal DoorDash subscription) and more in thoughtfulness.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026
Healthy sod should feel firmly rooted, show consistent green growth, and require less frequent watering.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
The 19-year-old, who had been on the pitch for around 10 minutes, scored the equaliser for a team rooted to the bottom of the table, a strike which could just have a major say in the Premier League title race.
—Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
Look for strong sturdy leaves that have a nice shape and that are rooted well in the soil.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 11 Feb. 2026
If your goal is a fuller plant, Kemery advises that cuttings can be replanted back into the original pot, or the vines can be rooted right in place using the bead-like tubers.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rooted
Adjective
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Marble bathrooms come with deep soaking tubs and separate rainfall showers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Feb. 2026
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The skier apparently tumbled into a six-foot deep drift of soft snow and sank, Schmidt said.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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Images and videos showing an unidentified coupe, embedded below, hit social media on Thursday morning.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
26 Feb. 2026
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There is also a distinct joie de vivre embedded in the brand’s DNA.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Guess for some of us, strength of character truly is tied to presidential policies and their inherent results after all.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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And, despite their inherent plushness, the towels don’t feel weighed down after use.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2026
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Lew also told jurors that Pata suffered a penetrating gunshot wound to the head and that the bullet remained lodged in his body.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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There was a walking stick shoved into Hitler’s mouth and a wrench lodged deep into his temple.—
Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Unlike more mature markets, there is limited legacy infrastructure and fewer entrenched incumbents.—
Maurizio Caio,
semafor.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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Her mother, Secretary of State Shirley Weber, was a persistent advocate of no-nonsense education while serving in the Legislature, often clashing with the state’s entrenched education establishment — even the powerful California Teachers Association.—
Dan Walters,
Oc Register,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Wawa said there are no confirmed reports of anyone being injured from consuming the affected products.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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At this point, there have been no confirmed CODIS matches in this investigation.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Feb. 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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“Rooted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rooted. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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