rooted in

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: 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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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 His fears were rooted in delusions that also touched on the nation’s fentanyl crisis and the war in Ukraine, according to court testimony. — Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 6 July 2026 His work is rooted in a quiet dedication to the ocean, documenting its life, fragility and the ecosystems that sustain it in the hope that what is seen through his lens will not be forgotten. — Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 2 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 See All Example Sentences for rooted in

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