On a roll

Meaning

Experiencing a series of successes without interruption.

Usage

Used when momentum keeps building in favor of someone or something.

Origin & History

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Likely from gambling or sports where consistent good outcomes seem like repeated rolls.

Popularized in 20th-century American slang to describe winning streaks.