rolling stone
Example Sentences
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A variation on the adage that “a rolling stone gathers no moss,” Waters’ classic tune makes for a fitting capstone — perhaps even for the band’s unique, unparalleled career on rock’s highwire.
From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2023
“A rolling stone may even collect moss here,” said the nursery, which sells three kinds of the resilient, flowerless plant that rehydrates quickly after drying and thrives in moist, shady areas.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 24, 2022
When the first bars rang out and Elton sang, “I used to be a rolling stone, you know/If the cause was right,” I didn’t know what would happen next.
From New York Times ● Jan. 4, 2022
“A rolling stone gathers no moss — I’m an outgoing guy,” he said.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 10, 2020
“Well, I can’t say I blame her. I been in and out of the city for the past twenty years. A rolling stone, if you know what I mean.”
From "Dragons in a Bag" by Zetta Elliott
