ROOTS (FOR) Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

roots (for)

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present tense third-person singular of root (for)

as in rises (to)

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Before the agent begins, the user sees and approves that structured version.

— Aashis Luitel, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026
Under the plea agreement, Eslick would avoid prison and be placed on probation if a judge approves the deal.

— Perry Vandell, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of approves

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Russell Fry endorses ex-rival Darline Graham after failing to advance to special GOP US Senate primary runoff.

— , FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Social Security Works’ political action committee endorses candidates based on their platforms for Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.

— Lorie Konish, CNBC, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of endorses

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For people heading into the backcountry, the Forest Service recommends using bear-resistant food containers and storing food away from campsites.

— Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
If your hair is feeling dry, hairstylist Kee Taylor recommends smoothing a lightweight oil through the midlengths and ends to improve manageability and shine.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of recommends

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Maynard also commends the company for its presentation of the result, in light of AI’s tendency to copy humans’ mathematical results and present them as its own ideas.

— Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026
In all, the review from animal welfare consulting firm Team Shelter USA commends the department’s medical and surgical care, low euthanasia rates, foster program and enrichment facilities for animals at the Carlsbad shelter.

— Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of commends

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Cuban has developed a reputation as being a prominent voice that favors business-first policies.

— Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Another argument favors sacrificing the long summer break for more frequent shorter breaks staggered throughout the school year.

— Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Aug. 2026

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