root (someone or something) on

phrasal verb

rooted on; rooting on; roots (someone or something) on

: to help (someone or something) to win or succeed by expressing or showing strong support

Thousands of fans were there to root the team on.

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Some of the extended coverage may offer simple blocking and tackling various theories that start to take root on social media. —

Brian Steinberg, Variety, 24 Oct. 2024 Taylor Swift wasn’t at the past two games (which took place in Atlanta and Los Angeles) to root on her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, so Swifties will be holding out hope for an appearance, especially since her Eras tour resumes on October 18. —

Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 6 Oct. 2024 Sports fans know that there’s even more to love about fall than beautiful foliage and cool air: this time of year ushers in the football season, and with it, the opportunity to tailgate with friends and family to root on a favorite team. —

Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2024 Krispy Kreme is all geared up to root on Team USA at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. —

Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 29 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for root (someone or something) on

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