as in to increase
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
ticket sales are expected to roll up as the date of the concert nears
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Recent Examples of roll up
The Painkiller actor, who has a striking resemblance to his late father, wore a light blue buttoned shirt with the sleeves rolled up.
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 23 June 2025
When Sam, 5, rolled up to the park in jeans and a blue fleece, Adeline took an interest.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
If rolling up the duo’s history — three No. 1s among nine entries — into his as a soloist, Michael would still rank first with a 39% rate of topping the Hot 100, just above Carey’s 38%.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 20 June 2025
Keep in mind that thicker chair mats also take a longer time to flatten out than thinner chair mats when they are shipped rolled up in a box.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 23 June 2025
When Sam, 5, rolled up to the park in jeans and a blue fleece, Adeline took an interest.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
If rolling up the duo’s history — three No. 1s among nine entries — into his as a soloist, Michael would still rank first with a 39% rate of topping the Hot 100, just above Carey’s 38%.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 20 June 2025
Keep in mind that thicker chair mats also take a longer time to flatten out than thinner chair mats when they are shipped rolled up in a box.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roll up
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The Reserve Bank of India has increased its gold holdings by 35% in the last five years, according to Solomon Global.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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In a LinkedIn post, Farley called for speeding up permitting processes, increasing spending on vocational training, leveraging robotics and augmented reality to help with these spaces and suggested an AmeriCorps-type program for these roles.—
Breana Noble,
Boston Herald,
13 July 2025
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Comparing unit prices at the grocery store, shopping the sale racks and collecting spare change are necessities for many Americans, who are coping with stagnant wages, rising prices and mounting bills.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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Success for any one of the players, as well as the end-users, constitutes a rising tide for industrial autonomy.—
Richard Bishop,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The measure also guts investment in clean energy at a moment when climate disruption is not only real but also accelerating.—
Thomas Kahn,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Tatum’s injury accelerated the inevitable, as the Celtics offloaded Kristaps Porziņģis and Jrue Holiday in an attempt to drop out of the dreaded second apron.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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Oral allergy symptoms include swelling and itching around your mouth, tongue, lips, throat and entire face.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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The tension between the lower strings and the wind instruments evokes a yawning pull between earth and sky, punctuated by swelling grandeur, cascading passages, and finely articulated details that surface throughout the piece.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
11 July 2025
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Although the company is actively adapting—expanding into energy storage, changing billing models, and tweaking its supply chain—investors continue to be concerned about the pace and effectiveness of these strategic adjustments.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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To expand its financial services sector, the BVI is developing an International Arbitration Center, positioning itself as a premier destination for international dispute resolution.—
Panorama Media Ltd,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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“Roll up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roll%20up. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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