on a roll

phrase

: in the midst of a series of successes : on a hot streak
—sometimes used with a modifier
has been on a brilliant roll

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The Temporary has been on a roll of late, with its revenue virtually even with Bally’s interim casino in downtown Chicago. — Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 17 Aug. 2026 But with Gómez and Morris on a roll, Twins relievers have settled in over the last month. — Evan Drellich, New York Times, 31 July 2026 Apple’s stock price has been on a roll (up 24% year to date) unlike some other tech giants as the industry invests heavily in data centers and chips as an AI arms race unfolds. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 30 July 2026 The sandwiches come either on a roll or a baguette and are made with Boar’s Head meats and cheeses. — Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for on a roll

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on approval
on a roll
on a rotating basis
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“On a roll.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20a%20roll. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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