rooted in
phrase
: formed, made, or developed by using (something) as a basis
Her opinions are deeply rooted in her faith.
a dance rooted in African tradition
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His fears were rooted in delusions that also touched on the nation’s fentanyl crisis and the war in Ukraine, according to court testimony.
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Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
6 July 2026
Rodeos in rural Australia are more modest affairs, with distinct cultural origins rooted in pastoral stations and country towns.
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Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
5 July 2026
This gap is rooted in a lack of access to water safety training and swim lessons, not ability.
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Veronica Almedina,
New York Daily News,
5 July 2026
Blending comfort with warmth, familiarity, and character, all rooted in a connection to nature, creates a nostalgic space that’s primed to be your summertime haven.
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Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 July 2026
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Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
6 July 2026
Rodeos in rural Australia are more modest affairs, with distinct cultural origins rooted in pastoral stations and country towns.
—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
5 July 2026
This gap is rooted in a lack of access to water safety training and swim lessons, not ability.
—
Veronica Almedina,
New York Daily News,
5 July 2026
Blending comfort with warmth, familiarity, and character, all rooted in a connection to nature, creates a nostalgic space that’s primed to be your summertime haven.
—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 July 2026
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“Rooted in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rooted%20in. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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