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Rule "deep-seeded (deep-seated)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: deep-seeded (deep-seated)
Message: Did you mean <suggestion>deep-seated</suggestion>?
Category: Commonly Confused Words (ID: CONFUSED_WORDS)
Link: https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/deep-seated-deep-seeded-usage
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • He has a deep-seeded infection.
    Correction suggestion: deep-seated
ID: DEEP_SEEDED [1]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-12-12 22:33:09 +0100)