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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a root and branch" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe a thorough or complete change or reform of something, often in a systematic way.
Example: "The committee recommended a root and branch review of the organization's policies to ensure they are up to date and effective."
Alternatives: "a complete overhaul" or "a total transformation".
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First, Ofsted needs to undertake a root and branch review of outsourced inspection.
It needs a root and branch change of the structure of the organisation.
Executives are conducting a root and branch review to identify ways to save even more money.
It's approaching the time for a root and branch re-evaluation.
A root and branch review of German Elfmeterschießen prowess is becoming an urgent necessity.
"As long as it is truly a root and branch outcome we will be happy".
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But The Jump underwent a root-and-branch overhaul.
The time has come for a root-and-branch revolution of the LGBT experience.
Or attempt a root-and-branch reassessment of the financial industry's role in the economy?
It called for a root-and-branch review of all of GNM's operations.
Perhaps only a root-and-branch reassessment of our financial system itself can save us now.
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