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as in reciting
to give from memory
he's able to reel off the names of all the U.S. presidents, in historical order and without pausing
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as in listing
to specify one after another
her friend proceeded to reel off the roster of losers that she had dated over the years
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Recent Examples of reeling off
The Pats started the year 1-2 before reeling off 16 wins in their final 17 games.
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Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 26 Jan. 2026
O’Dwyer’s Badgers also set a state record for consecutive wins early in his tenure, reeling off 50 straight from 2003-06.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 28 Nov. 2025
The Jaguars, who showed great promise while reeling off three victories, including what seemed like a statement win over the Kansas City Chiefs in prime time, fell flat in a 20-12 loss to the Seahawks.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Most notably, his quarterfinal win against Brandon Nakashima on Sunday was simply breathtaking, with Alcaraz reeling off several shots which made for a spectacular highlights reel.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
The reporter was sent reeling off camera as the attacker walked away from the scene.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Harrell started the game completing two of his first five passes before reeling off 12 consecutive completions and keeping the 49ers’ offense afloat.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2025
The reeling off of mogul war stories during the nearly 90-minute program was matched by the crowd of about 150 people in the cozy confines of the Paley Center’s 10th-floor event space.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 26 Jan. 2026
O’Dwyer’s Badgers also set a state record for consecutive wins early in his tenure, reeling off 50 straight from 2003-06.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 28 Nov. 2025
The Jaguars, who showed great promise while reeling off three victories, including what seemed like a statement win over the Kansas City Chiefs in prime time, fell flat in a 20-12 loss to the Seahawks.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Most notably, his quarterfinal win against Brandon Nakashima on Sunday was simply breathtaking, with Alcaraz reeling off several shots which made for a spectacular highlights reel.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
The reporter was sent reeling off camera as the attacker walked away from the scene.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Harrell started the game completing two of his first five passes before reeling off 12 consecutive completions and keeping the 49ers’ offense afloat.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2025
The reeling off of mogul war stories during the nearly 90-minute program was matched by the crowd of about 150 people in the cozy confines of the Paley Center’s 10th-floor event space.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reeling off
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Google is famous for dodging questions by reciting platitudes on its calls.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Fox News Digital later interviewed SJSU Athletic Director Jeff Konya about Slusser's claims, playing a video clip of Slusser reciting those allegations at Mountain West media days July 15.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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On its job listing platform, Binance is still hiring for over a dozen compliance roles.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Turning a spare room or second property into an Airbnb may sound like easy money, but many first-time hosts in cities like Louisville quickly learn that there is more to it than setting a rate and listing some photos.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
13 Feb. 2026
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This – along with memorizing their individual preferences and an eye for spotting the next big thing in fashion – has cemented her name in a highly competitive industry.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Instead of memorizing numbers, children use their bodies to explore how heavy, how tall or how long something really is.—
Kaley Fedko,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Accounts from workers detailing severe heat stress, unsafe drinking water and a lack of ventilation and cooling systems underpin many of the report’s findings.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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The barrel-leg silhouette gives them a directional, fashion-forward shape, while trouser-style pockets and knee seam detailing elevate the look.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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The city of Decatur is outlining the steps it's been taking to boost security at schools.—
Monique John,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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But on June 8, 2023, officers issued an environmental protection compliance order to the company, outlining steps the company was to take.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Reeling off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reeling%20off. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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