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Unlike the bands circling Seattle and Portland, Modest Mouse made a point of leaning into its outlier roots.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

One recurring feature is the thin groove across exposed tooth roots, especially between teeth.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Children have a stronger sense of their roots and family culture, are more likely to stay together with brothers and sisters as a unit, and are more likely to report that they feel loved.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

"He knows exactly where he comes from and regularly visits his small hometown in Rogaland. He is incredibly proud of his roots and always makes himself available to the Norwegian press when representing his country."

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

With her next step up, Abby was high enough to see over the redwood’s roots.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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