rollaway
Americanadjective
noun
noun
Etymology
Origin of rollaway
First recorded in 1935–40; adj. use of verb phrase roll away
Example Sentences
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The issue could cause the park function to engage while in motion, potentially leading to rollaway; dealers will update software.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
But the agency said it did not find evidence that a design or manufacturing defect caused the rollaway incidents.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 29, 2024
Some dragged rollaway suitcases toward the hospital in search of shelter and food.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 5, 2019
A Houston driver said Thursday that she is grateful to be alive to tell the tale after a rollaway tire smashed into her car's windshield and shattered nearly all the glass, according to a report.
From Fox News ● Dec. 21, 2018
Finally, Papi turned to Gladys, who was pushing the rollaway cart around the table, clearing off the plates.
From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez
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