roster

noun

ˈrä-stər How to pronounce roster (audio)
Definition of rosternext
as in list
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system the roster of subscribers to the journal

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Recent Examples of roster Veen is now one of six outfielders on the Rockies’ active roster, along with rookie Cole Carrigg, Jake McCarthy, Mickey Moniak, Troy Johnston and Jordan Beck. — Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2026 The Giants added Morgan to the roster before first pitch, but the 26-year-old rookie didn’t arrive at Oracle Park until the third inning. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026 Remember, college teams’ rosters have limits, as required by the House settlement. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Aug. 2026 The Vikings also have veteran Carson Wentz and Max Brosmer, who both started games for them last season, on the roster. — Anthony Bettin, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for roster
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  1. list
  2. listing
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  • In addition to that expense, there’s a wedding gift (from a registry where items range from $250 to $2,500), a shower gift, a hotel room for a destination wedding, and the list goes on.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • This is a list of schools that have closed or merged in Miami-Dade.
    — Morgan Rynor, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of list
Noun
  • Having a good listing agent can mean the difference between a frustrating home-selling process with disappointing results and one that is easy and lands the best possible offer.
    — Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Today's fake listings can look even more convincing because scammers have access to professional property photos, video tours and AI tools.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of listing

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