roast
verb (used with object)
to bake (meat or other food) uncovered, especially in an oven.
is roasting
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present progressiveof roast (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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While the bacon is roasting, gather and prepare the remaining sandwich ingredients: the bread, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, turkey, and salt and pepper.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 11, 2022
For the fourth time in the past month and a half, a strong heat wave is roasting parts of the western U.S., as wildfires run amok.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 19, 2021
The thing is, roasting a great, juicy turkey isn't as complicated as people make it out to be.
From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2021
Another way of enjoying garlic without the strong smell is roasting it, which, when spread on good bread, is a delicacy in itself.
From Slate ● Mar. 16, 2020
Like the pig is roasting on a spit right in the living room, dripping delicious grease all over the carpet.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
