rolling stone

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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

“A rolling stone gathers no moss — I’m an outgoing guy,” he said.

From Washington Post • Jan. 10, 2020

It struck me that the rolling stone really had rolled on down the hill and come to a complete stop.

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2016

If Trub is a rolling stone, will I really see him again?

From "Dragons in a Bag" by Zetta Elliott