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Recent Examples of along
Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Investigators later found six bullet holes in the vehicle gate at Rihanna’s home, along with a seventh in a pedestrian gate, court documents obtained by Rolling Stone confirm.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026
Ben Croll, IndieWire, 12 May 2026
University City Home to UNC Charlotte, University City offers more affordable housing options along with growing development, shopping and business hubs.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2026
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Preposition
Monty, one half of a pair of beloved piping plovers that spent several summers along the Lake Michigan shoreline in Chicago, died at Montrose Beach, officials said.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Investigators later found six bullet holes in the vehicle gate at Rihanna’s home, along with a seventh in a pedestrian gate, court documents obtained by Rolling Stone confirm.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026
Adverb
Subscribe here to our newsletter In Review by David Ehrlich, in which our Chief Film Critic and Head Reviews Editor rounds up the best new reviews and streaming picks along with some exclusive musings — all only available to subscribers.
—Ben Croll, IndieWire, 12 May 2026
University City Home to UNC Charlotte, University City offers more affordable housing options along with growing development, shopping and business hubs.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for along
Preposition
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Located 25 miles north of Copenhagen, its coastal location promises dreamy views of Sweden across the sound.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Residents across Connecticut have been taking a new look at the state’s history as the nation heads toward its 250th birthday.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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In Josh Manson’s return to the Colorado Avalanche’s lineup from injury, the veteran defenseman landed on the ice after Minnesota Wild forward Michael McCarron finished a check on him.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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The Pisces Moon in your 5th House of Creativity trine Jupiter heightens pleasure, confidence, and the sense that what feels joyful may also move something important forward.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Six people were found dead in a cargo train boxcar near a Laredo, Texas, rail yard Sunday, officials said.—
Joe Kottke,
NBC news,
11 May 2026
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Since a pause in fighting began more than a month ago, naval forces have traded fire near the Strait of Hormuz.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Spanish health authorities had vowed, in order to reassure locals, that anyone coming off the ship would only encounter the military or health personnel gathered here to take them onwards to their flights home.—
Melissa Bell,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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In their home countries, many will be taken onward to isolation facilities.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
10 May 2026
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Sia's Fan Favorite prize began in 2016, and she's since awarded over $1 million to various players.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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The map has changed multiple times over the past month, and at one point was removed from the website entirely.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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Our insiders — all of whom are official voters — brought forth nine names of strong candidates for future two-timers.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
14 May 2026
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Finally, the commission put forth 40 recommendations in the report to improve security networks at museums, heighten safety standards, and rework leadership structures.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
14 May 2026
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The dish had hardly a hint of sweetness at all beyond the butter’s lactic tang.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
10 May 2026
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These tailwinds are expected to drive stronger-than-expected growth this year, beyond EPD's prior outlook for modest growth.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
10 May 2026
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The coach’s regret extended to pragmatism, like not starting David Martínez in the attack alongside Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-min.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
10 May 2026
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Kerr’s 12-year coaching run with the franchise has featured four championships and a stretch of six straight NBA Finals appearances alongside Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.—
Janie McCauley,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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“Along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/along. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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