roost

[roost] / rust /

NOUN

perch

Synonyms

STRONG

birdhouse henhouse

WEAK

roosting place

NOUN

nest

Synonyms

STRONG

abode alight land lodging perch settle sit sleep

Example Sentences

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"Now the chickens are coming home to roost."

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

There is a chance the crisis widens, its unknowables blooming into view, the crows coming home to roost.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

After hanging around for a bit, he headed out to roost and Jackie got some shut-eye.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Chelsea - or indeed United - haven't ruled the roost since, amid an extensive turnover of players and coaches.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

The chicken came home to roost about a month later.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover