roots

Example Sentences

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Talarico comes from modest economic roots and a deeply Christian family.

From Barron's • Jun. 13, 2026

Years later, Dzeko became the first player to score at least 50 goals in the Premier League, Bundesliga and Serie A, but he did not forget his roots amid superstardom.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The combined group would preserve the respective brands, historical headquarters and territorial roots of the two banks and adopt a governance structure based on balance and representativeness, BPM said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The term can include people with roots in dozens of countries from Sri Lanka to China’s border with Russia to Pacific islands, with completely different exposure patterns and cuisines.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Before she could respond, the tree roots shifted.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret