uprooted

Example Sentences

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At least three former colleagues of mine have uprooted their families, changed jobs and moved overseas within the last few years.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Campaigning for a second term, Mr. Trump became fully uprooted.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

On both sides of the street, the sidewalk rises and falls, uprooted and cracked by shallow roots because over many decades, the trees were not properly maintained.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Yet few buyers are willing to invest in a place that may be completely uprooted.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

She took Mia’s hand, and Pearl, uprooted, came free and followed her mother back to the car.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng