put down roots
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With the run-up in home values during recent years, the limits have taken some of the sting out of property taxes for homeowners who have already put down roots.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
He added: "This will help people to put down roots and to feel secure in their own home - without the risk of being turfed out against their will."
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
Expats are questioning whether it still makes sense to put down roots.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 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
“Yeah. Kind of embarrassing. Anyway, that’s how a Roman legion got to China. The Romans eventually put down roots and built a new hometown called—” “Li-Jien,” Frank said.
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
