put down roots
Example Sentences
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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
Living in New York City, high rent prices make it difficult to find space for a growing family, which is why we’re eager to put down roots.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 31, 2026
But I knew that with time they would put down roots, just like so many other families from so many other places.
From "Wishtree" by Katherine Applegate
