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
Crews clean up an oil spill along Lake Michigan from the BP Whiting refinery in Whiting, Indiana, on March 25, 2014. — Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026 The pilot and co-pilot were in contact with air traffic controllers along the route, flying at 35,000 feet, NTSB member Tom Chapman told reporters during a briefing Monday in Palm Beach County. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 2 Nov. 2026
Adverb
As patients get further along in their journey with type 2 diabetes, their priorities appear to shift from weight- and appearance-oriented goals toward freedom from the disease. — Ricardo Correa, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Oct. 2026 The Stakes Are Rising, The Signals Are Fading Previously, attribution was built for a simpler customer journey—one browser, one device and one cookie quietly following along. — Ivan Guzenko, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 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
  • But protests started almost immediately with people blocking traffic every day across the country at the exact time of the collapse and demanding justice.
    — MARKO DROBNJAKOVIC, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The new data were released two days before the midterm elections and after a week marked by many developments in crucial races across the country.
    — Carter Schroppe, The Washington Examiner, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of across
Adverb
  • The second-year forward started against the Brooklyn Nets after missing the first eight regular season games due to a left hamstring strain.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2026
  • EdgeConneX said its development in Ashville is moving forward despite the vote, given that its permits are secured and construction is underway.
    — J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of forward
Preposition
  • After a heated debate, the State Water Resources Control Board voted unanimously late Wednesday to approve the water right permit for the reservoir near the community of Maxwell.
    — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
  • On the contrary, the seaMSR-100 operates near atmospheric pressure at temperatures between 600°C (1,112°F) and 700°C (1,292°F).
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of near
Adverb
  • The Flaming Lips will play two shows in each city, with one set highlighting their new record and tracks from their early career, and the other featuring The Teardrop Throbs reimaginings and songs from the aughts onward.
    — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2026
  • From November onwards, Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will get 15 hours of complimentary cloud streaming per month, while Game Pass Premium and Game Pass Essential will get ten and five respectively.
    — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of onward
Preposition
  • Beyond the beach, stroll over to the Butterfly Farm to see 35 species of butterflies in every stage of the life cycle, from egg to caterpillar to inside the chrysalis.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Senior shopping editor Nashia Baker has it and recommends draping it over your favorite reading chair or at the foot of your bed for an easy dose of texture.
    — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of over
Adverb
  • The conversation went back and forth, with the staffer asking Jathar and his other engineering companions questions.
    — Lucas Laursen, IEEE Spectrum, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Another turning point could come if Anthropic goes forth with an IPO, expected in November, followed by OpenAI.
    — Michelle Fox, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of forth
Preposition
  • In other words, while the NFL has not announced plans to keep Williams off the field over his Caddix cleats, its existing rules provide a potential enforcement mechanism that goes well beyond simply issuing another fine.
    — Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Or is that simply naivete borne of the American myth that our candidates’ attentiveness extends beyond the ballot box and endures long after Election Day?
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of beyond
Adverb
  • Mourinho has been working hard to get the star forwards attacking different spaces on the counter.
    — Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Of course, just because a timeframe hasn't been announced to the public, that doesn't mean there is no internal timeframe that can be brought forwards and backwards as necessary.
    — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of forwards

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“Along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/along. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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