[Idiom] ON A ROLL. - Phrases to Express Success in English

Experiencing a period of success or good fortune.

Someone "on a roll" is currently enjoying a continuous streak of success or good fortune. It's like when you're playing a board game, and you keep rolling perfect numbers, moving smoothly and swiftly toward victory.

Example Sentences

1. Once he starts cleaning, he's really on a roll.

   Once he starts cleaning, he becomes very productive and continues without interruption.

2. She's been on a roll with her research and published three papers this month.

   She's been very productive with her research and published three papers this month.

3. John has been on a roll at work; he’s completed all his projects ahead of schedule and is getting rave reviews.

   John has been extremely productive at work; he completed all his projects ahead of schedule and is getting great reviews.