Reel Off Meaning

Example : 2005, Independent, "That's settled: England's team for 2006", 10 June:  There are 12 months left before the next World Cup and every England fan can reel off Sven Goran Eriksson's starting XI within 15 seconds.2008, American Cowboy (magazine), Aug-Sep, vol. 15, no. 2:  When asked about inspirational influences in his life, he reeled off a list of folks whose names would surprise no one.1996, Richmond Times-Dispatch, 21 Feb.:  Last year, the Royals were 5-17 and little did anyone think they would reel off 12 straight wins in 1996.2008, Reuters India, 4 July, headline:  Briton Fisher reels off 10 birdies in record 63.