root out
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With government oversight of supply chains sometimes lacking, industry-led certification programs have sought to fill the gap and root out unsustainable, unethical or illegal practices.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026
When another friend of Antone dies, Derek becomes determined to root out ugly truths.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
A White House spokeswoman said McDonald “is delivering with unprecedented speed on the president’s promise to root out fraud and hold fraudsters accountable.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
A Department of Health and Social Care spokesperson said: "We are taking action to crack down on cosmetic cowboys and root out dangerous practices."
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
But most importantly—at least for today—you could root out snakes.
From "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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