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Phrasal verbs starting with "root"

5 phrasal verbs use this verb

root about
B1

To search through a place or collection of things by moving things around energetically, like an animal digging.

root around
B1

To search through something by moving things around, like an animal using its snout.

root for
A2

To support and want someone or something to succeed, especially in a competition or difficult situation.

root out
B2

To find and remove or eliminate something harmful or unwanted, especially something deeply embedded.

root up
B2

To pull a plant or tree up from the ground completely, removing it by its roots.