deep-rooted

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What he had run up against was a deep-rooted system of patronage controlled by a single family.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

That said, this matters less over the longer term as deep-rooted concerns reassert themselves in traders’ minds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Chengdu is "widely recognized for its vibrant music ecosystem and deep-rooted hip-hop culture," Universal Music wrote in a press release.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

The recognition "is a testament to its deep-rooted culinary traditions and vibrant food ecosystem", Tim Curtis, director and representative, Unesco Regional Office for South Asia, said.

From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025

Some deep-rooted animal desire for survival keeps me stumbling after Finnick and Peeta, continuing to move, although I'm probably dead already.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins