Phrase guide

roll with

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To handle and accept (something, especially an inconvenience or setback).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, transitive

Examples

  • Near-synonym: deal with
  • We asked him to do his best to roll with all these changes as the company revamps its approach.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: deal with

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To spend time (with someone); to be someone's companion or part of a crew with someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, transitive

Qualifier: especially African-American Vernacular

Examples

  • John has been rolling with Billy and Steve for years.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: hang with, hang out with

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Involving the figurative notion extended from rolling with the punches (i.e., moving in accord with them to lessen the blow).

Involving the figurative notion of rolling as in traveling, rolling up, etc.