He tried to roll up on me from behind.
roll up on
idiomTo sneak up to (someone or something) with the intention of causing harm.
Origin
disputed originFrom roll up + on; semantically and morphologically parallel with roll up + to.
The group saw the rival gang roll up on them in the dark parking lot.
The security footage captured the masked intruders as they attempted to roll up on the unsuspecting guard near the warehouse entrance.
- 01
call roll
To make a roll call; to take attendance.
- 02
dice roll
Something unpredictable or unexpected.
- 03
heads will roll
Some people will be fired for incompetence.
- 04
ready to roll
Of a person, machine, vehicle, or plan, fully prepared to begin functioning and operating.
- 05
roll back the years
To produce a sense of nostalgia.
- 06
roll in the aisles
To laugh uproariously.
- 07
roll in wealth
To be very rich.
- 08
roll of the dice
A risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situation.
Last updated April 17, 2026