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
Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 19 June 2025
The mountainous region along the coast is especially prone to mudslides, with numerous rivers at risk of flooding.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 June 2025
One couple has been following along since Kansas, Acuna said.
—Lillian Ashworth, Oc Register, 18 June 2025
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Preposition
But even with more business activity flowing along the 5,500-plus mile border shared by the U.S. and Canada, how much do most TV and film industry insiders know about their neighbor’s media marketplace?
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 19 June 2025
The mountainous region along the coast is especially prone to mudslides, with numerous rivers at risk of flooding.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
Adverb
More storms are expected to develop along the front, mainly along and north of Interstate 20, in the evening hours from 6 p.m. to midnight.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 June 2025
One couple has been following along since Kansas, Acuna said.
—Lillian Ashworth, Oc Register, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for along
Preposition
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Reactions to the news varied across social media platforms.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 June 2025
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This shift comes as the administration dismantles numerous diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the federal government.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
16 June 2025
Adverb
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Nobody wants that, the audience isn't looking forward to it either, hardly any tickets are sold.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The school looks forward to honoring three decades of excellence and is inviting parents, alumni and community members to join the planning effort.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 June 2025
Preposition
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The stabbing happened around 5:15 p.m. near the Grant Skate Park in the 1100 block of South Michigan Avenue, according to police.—
William Lee,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2025
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Do not let that walking supplement commercial anywhere near Jax.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
18 June 2025
Preposition
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The Democratic candidates are sparring over how to best respond to President Donald Trump’s agenda in the Garden State and each hopes to keep the state’s governorship in Democratic hands.—
Brittany Shepherd,
ABC News,
10 June 2025
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Young Chinese consumers aged 18–34 now account for over a third of gold jewelry sales, according to Bloomberg’s Chongjing Li.—
Frank Holmes,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
Adverb
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Meanwhile, top-line forwards Aleksander Barkov and Sam Reinhart — who finished first and second in voting for the Selke Trophy given annually to the league’s best defensive forward — also dealt with injuries late in the playoff run.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2025
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Per the teams’ roster breakdowns at The Ice Garden, the long list of players on expiring contracts includes notable players like forwards Hannah Miller, Michela Cava and 2024 PWHL MVP Natalie Spooner, defender Melissa Channell-Watkins and goaltender Maddie Rooney.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
Preposition
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But judges reviewing other eligibility cases have rejected this interpretation as construing Alston beyond its actual words.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 June 2025
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Breaking Barriers: How AI Enables Small And Midsize Firms To Scale Historically, small and midsize law firms have faced significant challenges growing beyond their local markets due to resource constraints and reliance on specialized expertise.—
Daniel Farrar,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
Adverb
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However, the ship did not appear to be noticeably listing, meaning Pyongyang is likely able to send it onward to the other port to inspect the vessel's electronics.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
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The Pacers trailed by double-digits from late in the second quarter onward.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
Preposition
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The Grammy winner also shared an image of the album cover alongside the caption, which showcases her kneeling in a black mini dress and black heels as a man cut out of the photo grabs her blond hair.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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She’s stored alongside countless other Predator killers — including one familiar face.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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“Along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/along. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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