rooted (for)

verb

Definition of rooted (for)next
past tense of root (for)
as in approved

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  1. approved
  2. endorsed
  3. recommended
  4. commended
Verb
  • It also was approved for a voucher program in New York similar to the one offered by the Southern California ports.
    Pat Maio, Orange County Register, 16 Nov. 2024
  • And last month the board approved a contract for separate legal counsel from the county office — a move that is highly unusual for education offices, Fine said.
    Molly Gibbs, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
Definition of approved
Verb
  • Ahead of Harris’ visit, a group of over 20 former and current Wisconsin Republican leaders launched the Wisconsin Republicans for Harris-Walz campaign platform, and endorsed Harris for president in an open letter.
    Ece Yildirim, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
  • However, as of Friday afternoon, Bill Murray has been silent on the issue and hasn't endorsed either candidate.
    Peter Suciu, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of endorsed
Verb
  • These clumps of cells, called polyps, can be discovered by any number of tests that are doctor recommended based on a person's age and other risk factors including a family history of colorectal cancer and lifestyle factors such as smoking, diet, and physical activity levels.
    Daryl Austin, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The prosecution had recommended a prison sentence of six to seven months, but the judge ordered the longer sentence, based on seriousness of the case.
    Jonathan Burgos, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of recommended
Verb
  • In the comments, users commended the pilot for his selfless act.
    Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Deputy Chief Nancy Sanford, with the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, commended people from every agency who took part in the operation.
    Jacob Beltran, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of commended
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“Rooted (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rooted%20%28for%29. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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