root and branch
The phrase "root and branch" emphasizes a thorough and complete transformation or removal, leaving no part unchanged.
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Definition
C1General
(adverbial, idiomatic)Done entirely or completely.
Example
- The organization needs to be restructured root and branch.
C1General
(adjectival, idiomatic)Thorough and affecting every part.
Example
- A root and branch reform of the education system is necessary.
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