on a roll

Example Sentences

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Jake's prediction: Everton can be tough to break down but City are on a roll now.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Göransson is on a roll, on track to win his third Oscar in this category, following “Black Panther” in 2019 and “Oppenheimer” in 2024.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Vita Coco has been on a roll, and will be again soon.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

Copper was already on a roll thanks to data-center construction, but since November soared another 20%, before having its worst day on Friday since the Trump tariffs last April.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

My brother was too much on a roll to stop, though.

From "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky