ROLL IN

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📖 Definition

'Roll in' is an informal phrasal verb primarily used to describe an arrival or influx, often in large numbers or quantities, usually unexpected.

Examples in context

📖 Definition

'Roll in' is an informal phrasal verb primarily used to describe an arrival or influx, often in large numbers or quantities, usually unexpected.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable
No
The phrase cannot be split by additional words.
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Informal
Used in casual or conversational language.
Transitive
No
Does not require a direct object.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense Form Example
Present Simple roll in Reports of sightings roll in daily from across the region.
Past Simple rolled in The fog rolled in quickly, engulfing the harbor.
Present Continuous rolling in The news is rolling in by the minute as the situation develops.
Present Perfect have rolled in Messages have rolled in from all over the world offering support.

💡 When to Use

Unexpected arrival
Use 'roll in' when something shows up suddenly or in large numbers, often surprisingly.
Example: "After the announcement, donations began to roll in from everywhere."
Weather changes
Commonly used to describe weather conditions that appear suddenly, such as fog or rain.
Example: "As sunset approached, thick fog rolled in from the sea."
Large influx
To describe a scenario where there is a substantial inflow of something, like information or people.
Example: "Applications rolled in after the job posting went live."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Incorrect tense
❌ Wrong: The fog will rolls in by morning.
✅ Correct: The fog will roll in by morning.
💡 Tip: Remember to use base form 'roll' with 'will'.
Improper separation
❌ Wrong: We roll the donations in each week.
✅ Correct: Donations roll in each week.
💡 Tip: Avoid separating 'roll' and 'in'.
Misuse with direct objects
❌ Wrong: Roll in the boxes now.
✅ Correct: Let the boxes roll in naturally.
💡 Tip: Do not use 'roll in' with direct objects.
Practice

ROLL IN - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

  1. Listen and repeat the audio as many times as needed to improve your pronunciation
  2. Use the audio as a dictation exercise, trying to write what you hear and understand
  3. Create a new sentence following the structure of the example sentences

Examples in Context

  • 1
    Listen to example

    As the pandemic progressed, reports of new cases continued to roll in at an alarming rate.

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  • 2
    Listen to example

    Every year, as March approaches, emails about tax season updates roll in from the accounting department.

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  • 3
    Listen to example

    During the festival, crowds roll in, enjoying music and festivities late into the night.

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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

pour in flood in

Antonyms

trickle out

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"As the evening wore on, unexpected guests began to ___ in, filling the small room."

rolles
roll in
rolling
rollled

"As the clouds of doubt roll in, wisdom reminds us to find clarity beneath the chaos of life's constant storms."

In Context

In 1914, during the early days of World War I, soldiers stationed along the Western Front experienced life in the trenches, grappling with the relentless conditions. Winter was especially brutal, as cold, rain, and snow would roll in, covering their makeshift shelters with mud and ice. This harsh reality was epitomized by the story of British soldier John Thompson. Like his comrades, Thompson faced mornings filled with the uncertainty of bombardments and nights when the cold would seep in, causing shivers to roll in waves through the cramped lives of the young soldiers. Despite the despair and isolation, messages from loved ones occasionally arrived, bringing brief moments of warmth and hope. As days turned into months, the reinforcements and supplies necessary for survival would roll in inconsistently, making every delivery a small victory. Holiday treaties sometimes allowed brief moments of peace, but as morning dawned, fighting relentlessly continued. Finally, with the roll in of major offensives in 1918, the tide of war began to turn. The soldiers who once felt overtaken by despair started to glimpse a silver lining on the horizon. Thompson, along with countless others, endured, holding firm until the armistice. Their hope had persevered, enabling them to return home, transformed by the trials they had experienced.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Roll In

What is the origin of roll in?

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The phrase 'roll in' originates from the 17th century, initially used in nautical contexts to describe how waves or fog would move towards the shore or shipboards.

Can roll in be used in formal and informal contexts?

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'Roll in' is primarily used informally. It appears in casual speech when describing things arriving in large numbers or noticeably. In formal writing, more precise terms are preferable.

What is the difference between roll in and flood in?

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'Roll in' and 'flood in' convey similar meanings, referring to large influxes. However, 'flood in' implies a quicker, more overwhelming arrival, often with a stronger sense of urgency.

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