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roundup

Pronunciation: [ˈraʊndʌp]

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Learn how to use roundup in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “gathering”

(noun) a collection of people, animals, or things gathered together, usually from different places. It can also mean bringing together information or ideas, like in a report that sums things up.

Example

The annual roundup of community volunteers was a great success, with many people joining to help.

Example

The organizer was disappointed that the roundup did not attract enough participants this year.

Example

When is the next roundup of all the farm animals?

Context: “information”

(noun) a summary or collection of news or information from various sources. It’s like when you watch a news show that tells you about several important stories in a short time.

Example

The weekly roundup of the latest technology news was very informative and kept everyone updated.

Example

I missed the roundup of sports events this week, so I don’t know what happened.

Example

Did you read the roundup of the main events from the last month?

Context: “gathering”

(verb) to gather people or animals together from different places. This often happens on farms when the farmer collects all the animals back to one spot.

Example

The cowboys rounded up all the cattle for the evening.

Example

They couldn't round up the stray dogs because they were too scared to come close.

Example

How do you plan to round up the kids for dinner?

How to pronounce roundup

Pronunciation: [ˈraʊndʌp]

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