reel off
Example Sentences
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They reel off reasons why he might succeed: None of the big Greek, Nordic or Asian owners has a dominant position.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
I can easily reel off the losses that stuck with me in the Six Nations, as they can take you to a really dark place at times.
From BBC ● Feb. 15, 2026
Although Amorim stated he would not use the absence of key players as an excuse, he did reel off the names and said it explained a lot.
From BBC ● Dec. 30, 2025
Could you reel off a list of four?
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 3, 2024
When he walked in the back door at four in the afternoon, he found his family sitting in the kitchen listening to Arrabelle reel off stories of her late husband.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
