put down roots
Frequency: 8.825.0 per million words
To establish a stable connection with a place; can be literal for plants or figurative for people.
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- We haven't been here long enough to put down roots.
- After years of traveling, they finally decided to put down roots in this quiet town.
- She dreams of finding a place where she can put down roots and raise a family.
- Many new residents have successfully put down roots in the vibrant community.
- The gardener carefully helped the saplings put down strong roots in the fresh soil.
- It can be challenging for expatriates to put down roots in a foreign country.
- Do you think this new business will put down roots and thrive in the local economy?
- They've been slowly putting down roots by joining local clubs and making friends.
- Despite initial difficulties, the family managed to put down firm roots in their adopted city.
- To truly feel at home, one needs time and opportunity to put down roots.