ROOTING (FOR) Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

rooting (for)

verb

present participle of root (for)

as in rising (to)

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Descano’s side went along with his insanity defense after approving a mental health evaluation by psychologist Eric Drogin, court records show.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 21 Sep. 2026
Sacramento International Airport parking is getting more expensive, with the Board of Supervisors unanimously approving a one-time rate hike of up to $7 per day that takes effect when the new 5,537-space garage opens in November.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of approving

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Manchin raised eyebrows by endorsing Collins against Democrat Troy Jackson, marking the second consecutive cycle Manchin has backed his former colleague.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Even Milei’s libertarian party voted to debate debt relief — without endorsing the proposals themselves — underscoring the mounting pressure on Milei as voters look beyond his success in taming inflation to concerns about jobs and wages.

— Débora Rey, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of endorsing

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In comments commending the two honorees, Caucus organizer Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, senior associate dean for leadership studies, noted that Pelosi and Pence are laudable regardless of one’s politics.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 Sep. 2026
Following the post Lola's Facebook post are comments commending the restaurant for helping the workers and community.

— Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of commending

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During the upcoming closure, Caltrans is recommending several alternate routes.

— Tim Fang, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles on Monday voted against commuting Norman’s sentence to a lesser penalty or recommending a 90-day reprieve of execution.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of recommending

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This matchup should be very close, even though the books are favoring Van to win this one.

— OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 Sep. 2026
Before the jury deliberated, Justice Dewey summarized the case, controversially favoring Lizzie’s innocence while citing her character and involvement in her church.

— Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of favoring

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