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as in to rock
to make a series of unsteady side-to-side motions
the car suddenly was rolling as high winds swept across the bridge
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as in to turn
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis
in order to knock your opponent off balance, you have to roll the log when he least expects it
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as in to flow
to move in a stream
just lying on the beach, watching the clouds roll by
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as in to rotate
to move in circles around an axis or center
rolled her head around her shoulders to loosen herself up
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as in to drift
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
once we started rolling, everything went perfectly
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as in list
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system
called the roll of people supposed to be in the class
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Recent Examples of roll
Michael Schulman, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
James started against the Panthers as a result of Sanborn being out with a concussion, and the defense decided to keep rolling with James in the middle upon Sanborn’s return.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Oct. 2025
Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
SpaceX is on a roll this month, with upcoming plans for its fourth rocket launch of October from the West Coast.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Even before the camera rolled, Burns, in jeans and a sweater, was bursting with facts.
—Michael Schulman, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
James started against the Panthers as a result of Sanborn being out with a concussion, and the defense decided to keep rolling with James in the middle upon Sanborn’s return.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
Mix in a few more Conley-Rudy Gobert pick and rolls.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
SpaceX is on a roll this month, with upcoming plans for its fourth rocket launch of October from the West Coast.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
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Verb
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It’s made with heirloom tomato leaves and has notes of black pepper and tarragon that round out the fragrance.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2025
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The Broncos won thanks to a fifth-minute goal from redshirt senior forward Kenzie MacMillan, who pounced on a rebound before rounding the Grand Canyon goalkeeper and firing home.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
24 Oct. 2025
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Slivers of ice were beginning to form along the waterline of our boat, which was tied up just above the rapids that rumble down into Boot Lake.—
Bob Cary,
Outdoor Life,
15 Oct. 2025
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But for a 336-pound player to block a kick attempt, recover the ball and rumble 61 yards for a touchdown?—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Hargitay, who is fresh off the press tour for her directorial debut My Mom, Jayne, was in full Olivia Benson gear, rocking an all-black outfit and boots.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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Her creations most recently made an appearance at the 2025 Met Gala, with celebs such as Lewis Hamilton and Jeff Goldblum rocking her looks.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Take a cue from Gal Gadot and scroll on for more sweater vests that will turn your fall layers into a Wonder Woman-worthy outfit.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Anastasia Soare is turning heads and raising brows.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Fiercely and humanely protect whatever gives you the most joy and grounding as it is needed to provide the core energy and wellspring from which everything else flows.—
Kat McGowan,
NPR,
18 Oct. 2025
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Brandy and Monica were on their feet for almost every song, grooving alongside a captivating ensemble of dancers who flowed through hip hop and contemporary dance styles.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
18 Oct. 2025
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The Patriots have Williams, Christian Barmore, Khyiris Tonga, Joshua Farmer and Cory Durden to rotate in the middle of the defense.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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Slice the dough as directed, rotating the roll frequently to avoid creating a flat side.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And if the driver starts tailgating or drifting toward your lane, move over or take the next exit.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Oct. 2025
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And at other points while on the ship, the teens often wound up drifting back to the parents after spending some time without us.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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But Wedgewood is balling out to start the season.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
18 Oct. 2025
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In an eventual 57-point Hurricanes victory, Stevenson was balling and jabbering about it, too, to every Wildcats pass catcher within earshot.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Roll.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roll. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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