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Recent Examples of along
James Ward, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Experts testified that Erickson and Grossman were speeding along the road.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
Follow along as results and reactions come in from across the country.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 2 June 2026
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Preposition
Over the next several days, counties will continue to process vote-by-mail ballots returned on or around Election Day, along with provisional ballots requiring verification.
—James Ward, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Experts testified that Erickson and Grossman were speeding along the road.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Adverb
Instead, a male bus driver came to her aid and told the guy to move along.
—Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
Follow along as results and reactions come in from across the country.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for along
Preposition
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Rapid growth across parts of Northern Colorado is colliding with a growing challenge — being able to access enough electricity to support new homes and businesses.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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Biodigestors have been installed across the resort, eliminating the need to transport food waste to the mainland.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Adverb
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How to stop constantly looking forward at an uncertain tomorrow, at least momentarily, and go back in time precisely when we’re told that history is over?—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Terr hopes that the settlements reached thus far will deter officials from firing or punishing employees for their speech moving forward, despite political pressure or online outrage.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
Preposition
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Gaza, West Bank violence Two Palestinians were killed and at least 10 injured when a group of people was struck near the port in Gaza City, according to Shifa Hospital, which received the casualties.—
Samy Magdy,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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When a mysterious Signal begins pulsing out near Pluto, the world goes still, leaving the skies open for what is believed to be first contact with extraterrestrials.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
Adverb
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From June 25 onward, the Pacers could trade their 2027, 3031, 2032, and 2033 first-round selections.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Yet the mood changed from the quarter-finals onwards.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Preposition
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Driven by looming patent cliffs, newly buoyant public markets, and Big Pharma’s race to beef up their pipelines, dealmaking so far in 2026 amounted to $106 billion over 201 deals, according to PitchBook data.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Since arriving at the zoo, the buffalo has attracted large crowds and sparked debate over its unusual nickname.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
Adverb
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The charges against Comey exist in a legal gray area that includes the First Amendment and a series of court decisions over five decades that have gone back and forth over what dangers constitute speech that can be punished.—
Wayne Unger,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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Just two years ago, CA-27 was one of the most competitive House races in the nation, and even before that, voters here had a history of going back and forth between electing a Democrat or a Republican.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
3 June 2026
Preposition
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How the Avs respond will affect not only their chances of winning the Stanley Cup in 2027 but also years beyond that.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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By executing a teardown the Red Sox could also restock their farm system and ideally add a new wave of position player prospects who could help the big league lineup next year and beyond.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
Preposition
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On the opposite side of the field, Wilson and Rodríguez stood near the first-base dugout alongside Rays mascots.—
Chantz Martin OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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Perhaps that’s why Irish actor Colm Meaney has been called in to play the proprietor of a convenience store who, in short order, conspires to get Cameron a job alongside Tova, asks Tova out on a date, and is forever giving away coffee and other goods.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2026
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“Along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/along. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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