put down roots
Example Sentences
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I was born and raised here, moved to New York and eventually came home, where I put down roots with my then-girlfriend, now wife.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
They lost an entire decade’s worth of sacrifices they’d made to put down roots in their hometown, and the community they’d created.
From Slate ● Jun. 30, 2026
Eventually, many travelers yearn to put down roots again.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026
A sharper picture of mobility can be gleaned from those like the McIntires, who have put down roots and changed their addresses.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 17, 2026
Who taught me how to put down roots, and thrive on both sun and rain, and understand what it is to bloom.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
