roots

Example Sentences

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His care in working around that power, though, makes plain that he was claiming a new and distinct power lacking roots in the constitutional text or tradition.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

Although northeast Ohio’s roots are in manufacturing, much of its present job growth, like the rest of the country’s, is in healthcare and other service industries.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Although set in a Dublin pub, the stage version of Once has distinctly Scottish roots.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The kitchen concept also has roots beyond the album’s title.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

They’re going a whole lot faster than I am—faster than I’ve ever run in my life, I’m pretty sure— but an idea roots itself in my brain.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison