roast
verb (used with object)
to bake (meat or other food) uncovered, especially in an oven.
will roast
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future tenseof roast.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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At least 150 million people in Europe will roast in temperatures of 35C and above on Friday, according to an AFP analysis.
From Barron's ● Jun. 26, 2026
A private chef will roast asparagus and sear rib-eyes for dinner.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 1, 2026
Note that your bird will roast more quickly in the back half of the roasting time, so be sure to not over-roast the turkey.
From Salon ● Nov. 25, 2024
Dry seeds will roast instead of steaming, and become more crunchy as opposed to chewy.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 26, 2023
I've an idea," said Mr. Goble, raising his voice as the long form of Mr. Pilkington crossed the stage towards them, "that the critics will roast it.
From Jill the Reckless by P. G. (Pelham Grenville) Wodehouse
