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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Adjective
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Tequila has long been celebrated for its deep Mexican heritage and craftsmanship, but Black entrepreneurs, mixologists, and investors are now making their mark on the industry.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025 -
The company began airing games from Major League Baseball in 2022 and has a deeper deal with Major League Soccer as well.—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Some of them, though, are embedded in that seabed.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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This certificate, embedded as metadata in the document, would create an unalterable record of its authenticity and source.—
Quora,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The preview touches on the rage lodged at callous McVeigh.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2025
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The charges were the first to be formally lodged by the ICC against Russian officials since the Kremlin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The cameo list for Spinal Tap II is expected to be large, with confirmed appearances from Elton John, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, and Trisha Yearwood.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
1 July 2025
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Passengers with confirmed identities may then be subjected to additional screening.—
Alex Sundby
May 6,
CBS News,
6 May 2025
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“Rooted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rooted. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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