deep-rooted
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of deep-rooted
First recorded in 1660–70
Example Sentences
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The rules, which apply only to ethnic Tajiks, collide with deep-rooted Central Asian traditions, where children's names carry great symbolic importance.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
“It reflects some real, deep-rooted structural issues that have not been resolved.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
"As two close neighbours with deep-rooted historical and cultural ties, I reaffirmed India's continued commitment to the peace, progress, and prosperity of both our peoples," Modi wrote on X.
From BBC ● Feb. 13, 2026
While the Eaton fire disaster was instantaneous, the loss of such a deep-rooted community in Altadena has happened much slower, over thousands of private decisions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 10, 2025
In that moment, any deep-rooted resentment I had for being trailed my whole life by my younger brother came to the surface.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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