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Recent Examples of roast
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026
He’s haunted by the specter of aging — apparent in Styles’s fixating on wellness in interviews and roasting his own hairline on Brittany Broski’s Royal Court — and has hinted at private anguish over the death of One Direction’s Liam Payne.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Vinny will bring the laughs, as the TV personality turned stand-up comedian goes on tour and organizes a celebratory roast for his castmates.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
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Verb
Any excess moisture may cause the florets to steam rather than roast; resulting in mushy and soft pieces rather than crunchy ones.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026
He’s haunted by the specter of aging — apparent in Styles’s fixating on wellness in interviews and roasting his own hairline on Brittany Broski’s Royal Court — and has hinted at private anguish over the death of One Direction’s Liam Payne.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
Even now there’s a roast thawing in his refrigerator at home.
—Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Vinny will bring the laughs, as the TV personality turned stand-up comedian goes on tour and organizes a celebratory roast for his castmates.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roast
Verb
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This extension is a credit to Davis, who teased with talent during his first three seasons before becoming a consistent force in 2025.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The footage teases high-octane action, sharp dialogue, and moments designed to ignite audience reactions.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Along with the submarine, the scientists took a short boat ride for a barbecue picnic on Epstein's 70-acre island.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
9 Mar. 2026
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His passions outside of covering baseball are his wife, Gina, his two step kids, two crazy dogs & barbecue.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Download a map and a donut passport or contact the donut concierge—I’m not kidding—who can customize your itinerary.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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Can't kid yourselves about what's right and wrong.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Homemade Chips Deep-fry (or even air-fry) triangles of salty corn tortillas, then use them to scoop up favorite dips like tomato salsa and guacamole.—
Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
11 Mar. 2026
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Less brain fry was seen among employees whose managers were intentional with their AI use.—
Lana Zak,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Stammen has joked that Laureano being fatigued was his fault for playing him too much.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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This too, Fishback joked, would make for a good headline the next day, but Sneako had a more urgent concern about their prospective inauguration.—
Dan Adler,
Vanity Fair,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The family-friendly three-day festival that starts Friday, March 6, will also include a carnival, a concert on the water, cardboard boat races, Wyland art lessons, a clam chowder cookout, and much more.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
5 Mar. 2026
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This classic side belongs at any backyard barbecue, cookout, or picnic.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Its high-neck design and ribbed hem and cuffs combine classic Irish texture and elegance that also keeps you toasty while walking from pub to pub.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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These ribbed T-shirts come in neutral colors that pair with everything.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Roast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roast. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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