Plans changed, but we just had to roll with it.
roll with it
idiomTo deal with or accept unexpected changes or setbacks and cope with them.
The train was delayed by two hours, so we decided to just roll with it and grab a coffee.
Despite the unexpected technical failures during the presentation, she maintained her composure and simply rolled with it until the system recovered.
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call roll
To make a roll call; to take attendance.
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dice roll
Something unpredictable or unexpected.
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heads will roll
Some people will be fired for incompetence.
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ready to roll
Of a person, machine, vehicle, or plan, fully prepared to begin functioning and operating.
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roll back the years
To produce a sense of nostalgia.
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roll in the aisles
To laugh uproariously.
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roll in wealth
To be very rich.
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roll of the dice
A risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situation.
Last updated April 17, 2026