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as in to perch
to come to rest after descending from the air
pigeons flying home to roost on the roof
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as in to lodge
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
a gang of friends had roosted themselves around the ski lodge's massive fireplace
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Recent Examples of roost
Gobblers roost in the hardwoods and can’t get off the peninsula without walking by me.
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Alex Robinson,
Outdoor Life,
16 Apr. 2026
Where do coyotes typically roost in Milwaukee?
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Caden Perry,
jsonline.com,
9 Apr. 2026
And eventually, the chickens are going to come to roost with that.
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Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
There’s a constant feeling of chickens coming home to roost, regardless of what Amir and Jahan may or may not be up to.
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Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for roost
Alex Robinson,
Outdoor Life,
16 Apr. 2026
Where do coyotes typically roost in Milwaukee?
—
Caden Perry,
jsonline.com,
9 Apr. 2026
And eventually, the chickens are going to come to roost with that.
—
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
There’s a constant feeling of chickens coming home to roost, regardless of what Amir and Jahan may or may not be up to.
—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for roost
Recent Examples of Synonyms for roost
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From the nearby lighthouse, visitors craned for a better view of Swift’s mansion, a sprawling white home perched atop a rocky bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
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Rumors take hold From the nearby lighthouse, visitors craned for a better view of Swift’s mansion, a sprawling white home perched atop a rocky bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
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From a range of lodging options to activities and amenities that will please your whole crew, Ocean Edge delivers both classic Cape Cod vibes and a genuinely great family vacation experience.
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Contact the establishment and lodge a complaint about hygiene and safety.
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The West Milford Police Department said emergency responders were sent to Green Turtle Lake for a report of a small jet that landed in the water.
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Lawhon’s works of historical fiction have landed her on The New York Times bestseller list; her books have been translated into more than 30 languages.
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His container home, nestled in the countryside near Lille in northern France, embodies this innovative spirit.
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Bennett, who turned 2 on May 8, channeled his father during the Masters Tournament’s Par 3 Contest in April, toting a toy golf club on the course while little brother Remy, born March 27, nestled up against Meredith, 30.
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Well, the gentlemen need a place to park the lids, because the social froth in the Royal Box or in any other Royal Ascot enclosure can become quite demanding, and there are many, many black or grey toppers in attendance.
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The $4 per hour matches what the city’s garages charge, which also might incentivize people planning for a night out to park at a garage since the first 90 minutes are free.
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The programming, the partnerships, all of it was designed to position Cayman as a cultural destination, not just a financial or diving one.
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The hotel will be open year-round, designed to draw guests beyond the ski season and onto the hiking trails, positioning Cortina as a destination for all seasons.
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“Roost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roost. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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