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rooted

[roo-tid, root-id] / ˈru tɪd, ˈrʊt ɪd /
ADJECTIVE
implanted
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China vehemently denies these allegations, saying its policies have rooted out extremism in Xinjiang and boosted economic development.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Much of this year’s chip rally is rooted in strengthening fundamentals.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Before Ilaiyaraaja, a lot of film music was rooted in Indian classical music.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

When photographer Tyler Mitchell first visited Havana over a decade ago, he was captivated by Afro-Cuban culture—the centuries-old buildings and spiritual practices rooted in West African traditions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The sense that black men have disappeared is rooted in reality.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander




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