as in list
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system
the roll call of the fallen was read aloud at the memorial service
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Recent Examples of roll call
These are just a few of the daily roll calls of assaults on Jewish institutions.
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Joshua M. Davidson, New York Daily News, 22 Mar. 2026
The roll call of the present goes through the coronavirus pandemic, George Floyd, January 6, Project 2025, Charlie Kirk, Renee Good, and Alex Pretti.
—George Packer, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Wyden blocked the possibility of a Senate voice vote last month, forcing a roll call vote for Rudd’s confirmation.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 10 Mar. 2026
Now the couple has gone public — with concert performances, a red carpet debut, and a Stranger Things cast reunion wedding guest list that reads like a Hawkins High roll call.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026
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Joshua M. Davidson, New York Daily News, 22 Mar. 2026
The roll call of the present goes through the coronavirus pandemic, George Floyd, January 6, Project 2025, Charlie Kirk, Renee Good, and Alex Pretti.
—George Packer, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Wyden blocked the possibility of a Senate voice vote last month, forcing a roll call vote for Rudd’s confirmation.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 10 Mar. 2026
Now the couple has gone public — with concert performances, a red carpet debut, and a Stranger Things cast reunion wedding guest list that reads like a Hawkins High roll call.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roll call
Noun
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The list of measures in the statement touches on ties that China had suspended in recent years as tensions increased.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The list of ingredients is short, but not lacking in flavor thanks to fresh berries, lemon, and culinary lavender.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Event listings should be submitted at least two weeks in advance.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
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This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, April 12, 2026.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Roll call.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roll%20call. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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