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
  • Under the legislation, the agency only has to cover drugs approved by the FDA for weight loss, like Wegovy.
    Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The drugs were first approved to treat type 2 diabetes – and that's what the FDA said daily injections of liraglutide could be used for in adults and children 10 and up.
    Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of approved
Verb
  • Keep reading for the best whitening toothpastes the internet has to offer, all endorsed by dentists.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 27 Dec. 2024
  • If the proposal is endorsed by the Malagasy government, the Barren Isles would gain permanent protective status.
    Sira Thierij, NPR, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of endorsed
Verb
  • While a tempting disposal solution, it is not recommended to use Christmas trees as firewood for indoor fireplaces.
    Abigayle Ward, Hartford Courant, 28 Dec. 2024
  • That said, the fact this game is now on PC is definitely welcomed and comes recommended.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Definition of recommended
Verb
  • After reminding me of this quote, Grantham commended Prince, kind of.
    John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Many social media comments, meanwhile, commended Baldoni's promotional message for viewers to always have hope.
    Emma Bowman, NPR, 22 Dec. 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 17 Jan. 2025.

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