take the roll

Frequency: 5.06.5 per million words

To check which people on a list are present.

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Examples (10)

  • The teacher usually takes the roll at the beginning of class.
  • Yesterday, the substitute teacher took the roll to mark attendance.
  • Don't forget to take the roll before you start the meeting.
  • Please take the roll and report any absences.
  • The captain must take the roll before the ship departs.
  • She is currently taking the roll in the assembly hall.
  • The roll was taken by the secretary during the conference.
  • Who will take the roll for the afternoon session?
  • It is standard procedure to take the roll at every shift change.
  • Let's quickly take the roll so we can get started.