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roving

[roh-ving] / ˈroʊ vɪŋ /




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During the defense of the U.S. base at Corregidor, in the bay near Manila, troops under Rose’s command removed an artillery piece from its mount and turned it into a roving gun.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

Yet investors are unlikely to care about Demand Progress’ roving billboards in Washington.

From MarketWatch Jul. 14, 2026

In Belfast itself, local communities have gathered en masse to support their immigrant neighbors, whether by hiding them from roving mobs or raising money to repair their homes and businesses.

From Slate Jun. 15, 2026

In Orlando, there was further evidence that Tuchel has effectively given Kane a roving commission to link, create and score – all tasks he performs superbly.

From BBC Jun. 11, 2026

“Food next,” Yakov declared, his gaze roving up and down the rows.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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