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Definition of rollingnext

rolling

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verb

present participle of roll
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as in rounding
to form into a round compact mass rolled up the wrapper from the straw and threw it

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as in rumbling
to make a low heavy rolling sound thunder rolling in the distance

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as in rotating
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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Recent Examples of rolling
Adjective
All water should be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute before it is used. Dan Raby, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026 Prairie and rolling hills lining Interstate-90 give way to rugged, otherworldly outcroppings in this national park about an hour east of Rapid City. Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
Forecasters say this system is rolling west and could develop into a tropical depression by midweek. Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 10 Aug. 2026 This pretty, charming — and calming — trail often evokes the rolling hills and dales of the English countryside. Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rolling
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rolling
Adjective
  • The hope was this would mean less swelling, less pain and, potentially, a significantly faster recovery.
    Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 13 May 2026
  • Another effective anti-swelling remedy is a delicious snack that may be hiding in the fridge.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The government provided national guidance for cash transactions to effectively use symmetrical rounding to the nearest five cents.
    Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Miami converted reliever Tyler Phillips into a starter and Ryan Gusto has been rounding out the rotation led by ace Sandy Alcantara in Meyer’s absence.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Using geothermal means buildings don’t burn fossil fuels, and residents or other users aren’t bothered by rumbling air conditioners or noisy heaters, Weigert said.
    Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026
  • More news The Arizona Cardinals and their starting quarterback, Jacoby Brissett, had been in a rumbling contract dispute in the early days of training camp.
    Alex Kirshner, New York Times, 27 July 2026
Verb
  • Styled after a tropical paradise with swaying palm trees, Lost Island Waterpark offers endless aquatic fun during its summertime opening season, with slides, rides, and attractions.
    Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026
  • After a few hours under the hot sun, there was no better cool down than swaying to Babyface classics.
    Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado July 22, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026
Verb
  • Flavor choices abound, with a rotating selection of more than 40.
    Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • On Friday, authorities began implementing rotating 48-hour water shut-offs in parts of the capital San Juan, as well as neighborhoods in the cities of Carolina, Juncos, Gurabo, Trujillo Alto, Canovanas, and Loiza.
    Victoria Arancio, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Despite threats of a blockade of the Red Sea’s Bab-al-Mandeb strait from Iran’s Houthi allies, ship traffic has been flowing at a close-to-normal clip through that waterway in recent weeks.
    David Goldman, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Elsewhere is an exercise room, an art studio, and an office suite with its own entrance, as well as a primary suite boasting a walk-in closet and a luxe bath flowing out to a serene meditation garden with a hot tub.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Starz has obtained commitments to increase its credit facilities by $100 million, comprised of a $67 million increase to its Term Loan A and a $33 million increase to its revolving credit.
    Todd Spangler, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Borrowers with revolving balances pay annual interest rates of more than 20%, on average, on their debt.
    Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Satellite imagery shows a haze of wildfire smoke drifting from West Kalimantan into neighboring Malaysia on several days this month, according to BNPB.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • On Tuesday the Bay Area Air District issued an air quality advisory for Tuesday and Wednesday due to smoke from the Timber Fire drifting into the region.
    Tim Fang, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026

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“Rolling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rolling. Accessed 14 Aug. 2026.

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