along 1 of 2

preposition

Definition of alongnext
as in across

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Relevance

along

2 of 2

adverb

as in forward
toward or at a point lying in advance in space or time traffic was inching along at a snail's pace work on the project is moving right along

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Recent Examples of along
Preposition
The front is clearly deeper, and if Wafle and Stewart can break through, USC could have two difference-makers along the defensive line for the first time in years. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026 These sorts of local adjustments like these route water along ever more efficient paths. — Natalie Wolchover, Quanta Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026
Adverb
And understanding how to bring a team or a couple guys along as well. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2026 Paducah is further along on paper and no further along commercially. — Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for along
Recent Examples of Synonyms for along
  1. across
  2. forward
  3. near
  4. onward
  5. over
  6. forth
  7. beyond
  8. forwards
Preposition
  • The Gap is offering deep discounts across stores such as Old Navy and Banana Republic, which may weigh on its shares, according to Barclays.
    — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The universe pairs real-world figures with young protagonists, folklore and mythical beings drawn from across the continent, with the goal of introducing Asian stories to global audiences.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of across
Adverb
  • The City of Ripon is moving forward with an ordinance aimed at protecting an endangered species by prohibiting people from feeding feral cats and stray animals on public property.
    — Carmela Karcher, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • McAtee also created a chance for himself, winning possession in midfield before driving forward and seeing a shot deflected wide.
    — Paul Taylor, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of forward
Preposition
  • Stringr The launch near where the trio was found is roughly seven miles southwest of a different boat launch, where a car belonging to one of the women was discovered with a window broken out, state police said in a statement Wednesday.
    — Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The Bronze Age tomb was discovered at Carrarzu Iddia, an archaeological site near the town of Macomer, as reported in Finestra Sull’Arte.
    — Leigh Anne Miller for ARTnews, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of near
Adverb
  • BloombergNEF expects that poor countries’ share of solar deployment will start growing again from this year onward.
    — Akshat Rathi, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Offering an incredibly detailed snapshot of upper-class life in Istanbul from the 1970s onwards, Pamuk has successfully created one of the most moving exhibitions to date—a real highlight of the city.
    — CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of onward
Preposition
  • The Broadway Bridge over the Arkansas River was closed briefly on Saturday evening while police responded to a report of a man who had talked about jumping off it, authorities said.
    — Rafael Escalera Montoto, Arkansas Online, 9 Aug. 2026
  • When the actress’ hiring was announced, there was an outcry over allegations of colorism due to Stenberg’s mixed-race status and lighter skin tone.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of over
Adverb
  • That plate went back and forth through the hedges between our houses for years.
    — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
  • However, sources indicate the issue was mainly verbal, with insults tossed back and forth.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of forth
Preposition
  • As one University of Helsinki scholar of Chinese political economy put it, stablecoins can circulate beyond regulatory oversight, interfere with capital account management and complicate the central bank's control over settlement.
    — Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Beginning Friday, and lasting into next weekend and beyond, a pattern change will set in, bringing a September feel to the Northeast that will feature much lower humidity levels, and highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.
    — Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of beyond
Adverb
  • Academy players are taught from a young age to combine with team-mates, forcing centre-forwards to adapt.
    — Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Starting forwards Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody sustained serious knee injuries earlier this year, and are expected to be out most of next season.
    — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
Definition of forwards

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