
Uproot
Physical Action
Implies strong effort or force used in removing something.

The gardener had to uproot stubborn weeds.
Complete Removal
Highlights the removal of the entire object, leaving nothing behind.

They decided to uproot the dead bush, including its roots.
Metaphorical Use
Sometimes used metaphorically to describe thorough change.

The new policy will uproot old procedures.
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