roots

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One recurring feature is the thin groove across exposed tooth roots, especially between teeth.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Children have a stronger sense of their roots and family culture, are more likely to stay together with brothers and sisters as a unit, and are more likely to report that they feel loved.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The certified preowned business—where manufacturers offer warranties, extensive repairs and other assurances on used vehicles—is also booming well beyond its luxury-car roots.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Grammy Award winner Pink is hosting for the first time, and though the pop star lacks direct Broadway roots, her songs have been featured in the jukebox musicals “Moulin Rouge!” and “& Juliet.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

I tried to move but my legs grew roots into the ground.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff