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roller coaster
nounfemininegeneral usevery common/mõ.ˈtɐ.ɲɐ ˈʁu.sɐ/mon·ta·nha-rus·sa
Definitions
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An amusement park ride consisting of a light railroad track with steep slopes and sharp curves, on which people ride in small, fast open cars.
Usage examples
“She screamed with joy on the roller coaster.”
“The theme park is famous for its record-breaking roller coaster.”
Common combinations
to ride a roller coasterroller coaster trackroller coaster car
2
A situation or experience characterized by sudden, extreme, and often unpredictable changes.
Usage examples
“Their relationship has been a real roller coaster.”
“The last few months have been an emotional roller coaster for the family.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
emotional roller coaster
Idiomatic expressions
- to be on an emotional roller coaster