root (for)

verb

Definition of root (for)next
as in to rise (to)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for root (for)
  1. approve
  2. endorse
  3. recommend
  4. commend
  5. favor
Verb
  • Earlier this month, the pope approved a new three-year reform process for the Catholic Church.
    — Christopher Lamb, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
  • But the women’s team ultimately got approved with 810 of a possible 894 votes.
    — Guillermo Rai, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of approve
Verb
  • President Joe Biden publicly endorsed and supported health care price transparency.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
  • On Thursday, former Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn endorsed Laesch.
    — R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of endorse
Verb
  • Also, as is a perk with most tiny homes, the structure can be relocated if needed, although the brand does recommend seeking professional help for transport and reinstallation.
    — Maggie Horton, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
  • To manage osteoporosis, a doctor may recommend: Practicing weight-bearing exercises and strength training.
    — Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of recommend
Verb
  • Following news of her move, members of the MAGA community took to X, formerly Twitter, to commend O'Donnell.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
  • That is why the Heat should be commended for not only bringing Seikaly back for Adebayo’s moment, but should be encouraged to make such appearances more than the exception.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of commend
Verb
  • Viewpoint neutrality — the principle that the government cannot favor one viewpoint over another — is important, not only to protect the speaker from censorship but also to safeguard the rights of the listeners.
    — Bastiaan Vanacker, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
  • In addition to pieces from her eponymous collection, the sale features looks from other designers Quant favored, including Yves Saint Laurent, Vivienne Westwood, Azzedine Alaïa and Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld.
    — Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of favor
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“Root (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/root%20%28for%29. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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