How to Use roast in a Sentence

roast

1 of 3 verb
  • The peanuts roasted over the fire.
  • We roasted the peanuts over the fire.
  • The chicken is roasting in the oven.
  • We were roasting in the hot sun.
  • The movie is being roasted by the critics.
  • My job is not to come in and roast.
    — ABC News, 19 Apr. 2026
  • Season roast all over with spice mix.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
  • Close cover so the wings roast.
    — CBS News, 28 May 2026
  • It can be roasted, baked, or pan-fried.
    — Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
  • It can be roasted, baked, or pan-fried.
    — Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 22 May 2026
  • Sear, simmer and roast all in the same pot.
    — Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
  • The next question was whether to roast it or braise it.
    — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025
  • Come with a group and spring for a Peking or roast duck.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Clean and chop roots, roast until deep brown, then grind and brew.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Kevin Hart is gonna get roasted.
    — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 20 Mar. 2026
  • In the night canteen, there is a man who roasts the very best corn.
    — Literary Hub, 4 May 2026
  • Acorn squash can be baked, roasted, or steamed for a tasty side dish.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Clean and chop the roots, roast until deep brown, then grind and brew.
    — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Are there more Netflix roasts on the boards?
    — Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Cook up some ears of sweet corn the easy way by roasting them in the oven.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
  • At night, roast s’mores around a campfire, soak in the hot tub or stargaze.
    — Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Their goal was to roast coffee for wholesale clients.
    — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 June 2026
  • The hearts can be roasted and eaten.
    — John Leos, AZCentral.com, 29 Mar. 2026
  • This could pair nicely with foods ranging from sea bass to roast pork.
    — Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
  • The game show host wasn’t done with his roasting session.
    — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Hot drinks are available, as is a fire pit for roasting s’mores.
    — Olivia McCormack, Washington Post, 9 Nov. 2023
  • The two meats were stewed, roasted, grilled and breaded.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
  • The air was filled with the scent of lamb being roasted on an open grill.
    — Tony Perrottet, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2023
  • The recipe is easy to whip up and roasting the pecans adds tons of flavor.
    — Beth Branch, Country Living, 25 July 2023
  • Green beans need some room when roasting, so don’t overcrowd the pan.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026

roast

2 of 3 noun
  • She made a roast for dinner.
  • We're having pork roast for dinner.
  • And then there were big events like the roasts.
    — Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Please give us your best Mel roast.
    — Kristen Baldwin, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Do people take low blows on roasts?
    — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2026
  • Will the vibe be friendly or roast-y?
    — Emma Specter, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2025
  • The roast chicken won’t do you wrong.
    — Jessi Roti, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 June 2026
  • Darlene can’t write a roast joke?
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2026
  • Here's what to know before your roast.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • Here's what to know before your roast.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • Dark roasts are less acidic than other roasts.
    — Emily Santora, Health, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Rub the paste all over the roast, coating it well.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • Sykes isn't the only one to call out the roast.
    — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 11 June 2026
  • Where does this roast rank in terms of crossing the line?
    — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 12 May 2026
  • If anything, the roasts are what took me away from the show.
    — Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Slices of roast beef are topped with provolone cheese and caramelized onions.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Return browned chuck roast and any juices to Dutch oven.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Cheryl has never even heard of the concept of a roast.
    — Ali Barthwell, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Of course, not every joke at a roast is going to land.
    — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
  • To me, that would be a fantasy roast.
    — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 12 May 2026
  • All of this might sound like a roast of open marriages—and the movie does poke fun.
    — Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2025
  • And make sure there’s a roast beef sandwich on your table too.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2023
  • Spoon it over roast vegetables, or toss it with some rice.
    — Malaka Gharib, NPR, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Want a perfect roast chicken and fries?
    — Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
  • The process starts with fresh top round roasts, 17 to 20 pounds each.
    — Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
  • This was after the Tom Brady roast, too.
    — Lacey Rose, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
  • Those called out by Che are not the only scribes who worked on the roast.
    — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 13 May 2026
  • Pat roasts dry with paper towels.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • Pat roasts dry with paper towels.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • Place the roast on a rack set in a large roasting pan, fat side facing up.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025

roast

3 of 3 adjective
  • Or slice, sauté briefly to soften, then roast meat/fish on top.
    — Bethany Jean Clement, The Seattle Times, 13 June 2018
  • Game to eat roast duck with a pantry of condiments standing up?
    — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 16 Oct. 2019
  • Divide the roast beef among bowls and ladle the soup over the top.
    — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 24 Mar. 2014
  • There was a pile of roasted lambs on one table, and whole roast pork.
    — John Kass, chicagotribune.com, 15 Aug. 2017
  • The deli will include roast beef, hams and other items cooked in the store.
    — John Sowell, idahostatesman, 8 Feb. 2018
  • And the brisket, roast chicken, mac and cheese and cornbread are worth it.
    — New York Times, 27 Jan. 2020
  • To dry roast spices, place them in a small, heavy skillet over medium heat.
    — Francine Maroukian, Popular Mechanics, 13 Nov. 2018
  • Serve with bread or use reserved sauce for baked salmon, roast chicken, etc.
    — Alex Van Buren, Health.com, 7 May 2018
  • While the root vegetables roast, prepare the rice and the broth.
    — ExpressNews.com, 6 Nov. 2019
  • Hart was also drawn into the post-roast debate.
    — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 12 June 2026
  • The meal included foie gras, caviar and a whole roast fish to name a few dishes.
    — Tirion Morris, azcentral, 4 Nov. 2019
  • Serve the roast straight for the slow-cooker or pile high on buns for sandwiches.
    — Susan Selasky, sacbee, 16 Jan. 2018
  • Cochon dinners of roast pork, dirty rice, green beans, salad and bread will be sold.
    — Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, 17 Oct. 2017
  • Place roast, bone-side-down, in a large roasting pan and roast 30 minutes.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 20 Dec. 2019
  • This is where the harvesting crew would eat, sleep, and roast black cardamom pods for the next two days.
    — National Geographic, 18 Jan. 2020
  • Simply roast parsley root with a neutral oil, salt and pepper.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2019
  • On a large rimmed baking sheet, roast sausages and bacon, 15 minutes.
    — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 12 Feb. 2018
  • The steam, in fact, seemed to influence the meat more than the hot iron, leaving it as pale and bland as roast beef.
    — Mike Sutter, ExpressNews.com, 22 Aug. 2019
  • In the usual way, with a roast turkey and then watching television.
    — Françoise Mouly, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2019
  • Sauté veggies over low heat in EVOO, or oven roast or grill your faves.
    — Health.com, 20 Dec. 2017
  • The recipe calls for blue cheese, which of course makes the ultimate combination with roast beef.
    — Daniel Neman, sacbee, 26 June 2018
  • The meal includes roast beef, gravy, mashed potatoes, Harvard beets, green beans, coleslaw, drinks and dessert.
    — Lois Szymanski, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, 4 Sep. 2019
  • The Mother has made greens for her son, a vegan, and roast chicken for her husband.
    — New York Times, 2 Aug. 2019
  • Is there a restaurant in Fort Worth that serves roast beef and Yorkshire pudding?
    — Bud Kennedy, star-telegram, 20 June 2018
  • An exotic Vietnamese incense fills the rooms, while the aroma of roast lamb escapes from the kitchen.
    — Alice B-B, ELLE Decor, 12 Dec. 2011
  • The offerings range from the traditional, like catfish, roast beef or fried shrimp, to the creative.
    — Todd A. Price, NOLA.com, 18 Oct. 2017
  • In the weeks around Christmas, for example, the chef served up debal, a fiery curry made with ham, roast pork and spare ribs.
    — New York Times, 24 Feb. 2018
  • Coffee Iced or hot, the famous premium roast coffee has been said to be one of the best among fast food restaurants.
    — Spoon U, Teen Vogue, 4 Nov. 2017
  • Their Certified Angus Top Rounds are trimmed and cooked right in the store and a favorite for roast beef fans.
    — Danny Sanchez, OrlandoSentinel.com, 4 Oct. 2017
  • The pair revealed in a TV interview that Harry had proposed over a roast chicken.
    — NBC News, 8 Jan. 2020

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