root cause
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noun
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And to the extent the occupation is a root cause of the tensions and violence in the area, its problems will persist.
From Slate ● Oct. 30, 2026
Le Roux agrees that affordability is a challenge for many Orange County residents but sees a different root cause of the problem.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
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- underlying reason
- the real culprit
- primary source
- patient zero
- the heart of the matter
Possible Antonyms
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- surface issue
- temporary fix
- band-aid solution
