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root-and-branch

See also: root and branch

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root-and-branch (not comparable)

  1. Alternative form of root and branch
    • 2022 November 16, Howard Johnston, “Network News: Haines: fares reform essential to reclaim lost revenue”, in RAIL, number 970, page 20:
      A root-and-branch reform of our antiquated passenger fares system is urgently needed if the rail industry is to fill the £2 billion annual black hole in its finances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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