roll
verb (used without object)
to move along a surface by revolving or turning over and over, as a ball or a wheel.
have been rolling
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present perfect progressiveof roll.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Food companies in recent years have been rolling out many high-protein products, adding the nutrient to everything from ice cream to candy and coffee.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 7, 2026
Ohio’s public academic institutions have been rolling out changes to comply with the law as the state closes in on the deadline for SB 1 to take effect.
From Salon ● Jun. 7, 2025
Tanks have been rolling down Moscow's main street, Tverskaya, at rehearsals for the big 9 May parade on Red Square.
From BBC ● May 7, 2025
Kudos have been rolling in for Butler, including from Lee.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2023
We’d have been rolling our eyes if it had been any other adult.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
