Ready to roll

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verb phrase

Fully prepared and eager to start an action or task immediately.

The team was ready to roll for the big presentation
Visual representation of "ready to roll" - Fully prepared and eager to start an action or task immediately

Often appears as...

  • i'm ready to roll
  • you're ready to roll
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Informal Energy

Used in casual settings to express enthusiasm and readiness.

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When the teacher asked who was ready to volunteer, Susan said, 'I'm ready to roll!'
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Not Literally Rolling

Though it suggests movement, it's often used metaphorically to indicate readiness.

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The band wasn't literally rolling anywhere, but they were ready to roll with the concert.
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Initiative Context

It implies taking initiative or a leading role in starting something.

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When the group project was announced, Mike was immediately ready to roll.
Visual representation of the word "Ready to roll"

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