along the way
idiom
informal
: during a process or series of events : at some point in the past
He seems to have lost his interest in music somewhere along the way.
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Her experience represents the dichotomy of the J-1 visa, at times an indelible, life-altering opportunity to travel to a new country, meet people from all over the world and earn a little money along the way.
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Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
From there, McDonald’s could file a motion to dismiss the suit, or the parties could potentially settle along the way.
—Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
Of course, a bit of humor helps us along the way.
—Norman B. Gildin, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
Its versatile uses range from nourishing the lips to minor wound care—helping maintain hydration along the way.
—Kathleen Baird-Murray, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
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Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
From there, McDonald’s could file a motion to dismiss the suit, or the parties could potentially settle along the way.
—Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
Of course, a bit of humor helps us along the way.
—Norman B. Gildin, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
Its versatile uses range from nourishing the lips to minor wound care—helping maintain hydration along the way.
—Kathleen Baird-Murray, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Along the way.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/along%20the%20way. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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