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Recent Examples of along
Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2026
Almquist said California’s staple agricultural products are the source of strength for the Port of Oakland that other ports along the eastern seaboard do not have.
—Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 14 Jan. 2026
Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
As the network and Dick Clark Productions threw everything against the wall in the hopes of finding something sticky to snare viewership and make the whole thing move along at a more than glacial pace, the Globes can do better.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Jan. 2026
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Preposition
The bill was approved along party lines in the House Administration Committee, with seven of the panel’s GOP members voting for it and all four of its Democrats opposing it.
—Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2026
Almquist said California’s staple agricultural products are the source of strength for the Port of Oakland that other ports along the eastern seaboard do not have.
—Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 14 Jan. 2026
Adverb
During the game, Biles brought a camera along to capture all the moments from the field, suite and more.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
As the network and Dick Clark Productions threw everything against the wall in the hopes of finding something sticky to snare viewership and make the whole thing move along at a more than glacial pace, the Globes can do better.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for along
Preposition
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The killings came amid a wave of bloody violence tied to drug trafficking and organized crime, which has surged across Ecuador in recent years.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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There is a chance for rain and snow, especially across northern and western areas.—
Andrew Kozak,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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There's plenty to look forward to at Disney World in 2026.—
Marina Watts,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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The Jose Earthquakes are reportedly close to a deal to acquire German forward Timo Werner of RB Leipzig, according to The Athletic.—
Mercury News,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
Preposition
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The Chicago Police Department's marine unit recovered the body underwater near the 3100 block of South Lake Shore Drive on Chicago's South Side, ABC 7 Chicago reports.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The final postseason for the conference as currently constructed was a downer from the first half of Boise State’s blowout defeat to Washington (in the LA Bowl) onward.—
Jon Wilner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Jan. 2026
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Surgeons generally accept patients from age 18 onward, once facial growth is complete, with no strict upper age limit provided overall health is suitable.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
2 Jan. 2026
Preposition
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Right now, the area along Federal Boulevard between 50th and 52nd avenues includes a large amount of parking lot space, a McDonald's, a strip mall, and over 20 acres of possibilities.—
Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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The incident comes as the city continues to reel in the aftermath of the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, which sparked nationwide protests and exacerbated tensions in a community already on edge over a surge in federal agents.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
15 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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And this is a place for electronic equipment, mobile phones, computers—this is something about trading and being able to import and so forth.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
10 Jan. 2026
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But this game was back and forth for quite some time, including the ensuing Hurricanes drive as quarterback Carson Beck led the way on a 15-play touchdown series with a CharMar Brown rushing score from four yards out.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
Preposition
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That would certainly give her a bond with her older siblings, and give her mother something to worry about beyond her grades.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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The rechargeable bulb, which lasts up to 72 hours, allows 12 color options beyond the typical warm white, from nervous system-soothing red (ideal for a bedtime wind down) to mood-boosting blue.—
Esme Benjamin,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
Preposition
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When asked about the committee’s spending, a spokesperson for McGuire’s campaign said the Super Bowl fundraiser was held alongside Atkins, who for years held fundraisers at the NFL championships.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Now, 40 years later, Toby reflects on growing up surrounded by magic and how working alongside his parents over the years has shaped both his life and career.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/along. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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