How to Use roll around in a Sentence

roll around

phrasal verb
  • By the time the Olympics rolled around, Evan was in contention for a medal.
    Outside Online, 17 July 2024
  • Who wouldn't run, jump, and roll around all over this space?
    Melissa Breyer, Treehugger, 5 July 2023
  • Next time spring cleaning rolls around, these are the pieces that will stand the test of time.
    Gaby Keiderling, Vogue, 18 Nov. 2023
  • By the time your trip rolls around, your bedtime should be about 8 p.m.
    Regina G. Barber, NPR, 16 May 2024
  • Once evening rolls around, head down to the bar where a DJ sets the stage for a lively night ahead.
    Vogue, 28 Sep. 2023
  • By the time my next birthday rolled around, so much had changed in my life.
    Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN, 4 July 2024
  • In it, the rapper could be seen saying the n-word while rolling around on a bed.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 25 July 2023
  • That isn't to say that Melton should be locked in as a reserve once April rolls around.
    Bryan Toporek, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
  • Lay the asparagus stalks in the skillet and roll around to coat with the butter.
    Kathleen Purvis, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • The little hatch does seem to be up any time the robot is rolling around in the video, so that's our best guess.
    Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 9 Jan. 2024
  • Even when fully packed, this bag is a breeze to roll around on two or four wheels.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2023
  • By the time evening rolled around, post-production was in full swing.
    Alexis Gunderson, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2023
  • When August rolls around, one-third of the country takes to the streets for Reykjavík Pride.
    Jd Shadel, Them, 2 July 2024
  • But when the evening rolls around, clouds will thicken, and rain is likely overnight.
    oregonlive, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Our cats loved to roll around with the Skitter Slices plus toys, and even picked them up in their mouths and carried the mice around with them.
    Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 16 Feb. 2024
  • Plus, the story of motorized, robotic trash cans rolling around the streets of NYC.
    CNN, 17 Apr. 2023
  • By the time prom rolled around this spring, giddiness fully had set in.
    oregonlive, 2 June 2023
  • When lunchtime rolls around, Charlie Joseph's draws a crowd for its world-famous hot dogs.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2023
  • But when that time rolled around, the younger Martin was having second thoughts.
    The Indianapolis Star, 1 June 2023
  • This little bot has been rolling around our brains since Samsung announced the thing in 2020.
    Verge Staff, The Verge, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Keep in Mind This option may roll around in a console or roll off a table.
    Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2024
  • Anyone else get into a bit of a slump when August rolls around?
    Grace Smith, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2023
  • But by the time the Top Fuel finals rolled around, the oil spill had happened five hours ago — and the left lane was back up to standard.
    Chloe Peterson, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Sep. 2023
  • The ball rolled around the rim before falling in, a hint that maybe things would spin in the visitor’s favor.
    Darren Sabedra, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2024
  • At the same time, plenty of shoppers will likely not even be thinking about the price as Feb. 14 rolls around.
    Parija Kavilanz, CNN, 13 Feb. 2024
  • Monday rolled around, but Alan McGeeney never heard from his cousin.
    Andrea Klick, Kansas City Star, 19 Jan. 2024
  • By the time the latter stages roll around, eight countries, at least, will be fully engaged.
    Rory Smith, New York Times, 7 June 2024
  • When dinner time rolls around, pop by Rosella, says Cryan.
    Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2024
  • The toddler chuckles and rolls around with part of his long, sandy hair in a ponytail at the top of his head, secured with a pink hair tie.
    Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 24 July 2023
  • When the Oscars rolled around, Dune would end up with six trophies, matching Fury Road’s haul.
    Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 May 2024

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