deep-rooted
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of deep-rooted
First recorded in 1660–70
Example Sentences
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One-time payments might not be sufficient to overcome deep-rooted resistance to data-center build-outs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
Many parts of the Pacific today hold deep-rooted beliefs in Old Testament prophecy, which holds that Jews are destined to one day return to the Land of Israel.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
Fossil specimens analyzed in this study from Yukon Territory were recovered from the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in and Vuntut Gwitchin Traditional Territories, with respect for their deep-rooted relationship to and stewardship of these lands.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 8, 2026
“It reflects some real, deep-rooted structural issues that have not been resolved.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
“Strong, deep-rooted, and hidden. You move easily when the storm comes, but never farther than you wish.”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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