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along or close at the side
We waited for the other boat to come alongside.
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Recent Examples of alongside
Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 25 Apr. 2025
Decades later, still enamored with Western iconography and cowboy culture, the artistic director of Pucci returned to the Texan capital—this time to host a spirited takeover of the historic Austin Motel alongside Mytheresa.
—Freya Drohan, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2025
Katie Bain, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2025
Society has to encourage learning alongside and after formal education, de-emphasize risks of embarrassment, and celebrate the joy that comes with being seen and understood.
—Olivia Antigua, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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Preposition
Cooper’s Oscar-winning performance, which doubled as an indictment of the Hollywood blacklist, stands alongside more contemporary action stars as a truly electrifying big-screen achievement.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 25 Apr. 2025
Decades later, still enamored with Western iconography and cowboy culture, the artistic director of Pucci returned to the Texan capital—this time to host a spirited takeover of the historic Austin Motel alongside Mytheresa.
—Freya Drohan, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2025
Adverb
For weekend one, The Martinez Brothers will play b2b with Loco Dice on Friday, April 11; Barry Can’t Swim will play alongside 2ManyDJs and salute on Saturday, April 12; and Tiësto will play the stage on Sunday, April 13.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2025
Society has to encourage learning alongside and after formal education, de-emphasize risks of embarrassment, and celebrate the joy that comes with being seen and understood.
—Olivia Antigua, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alongside
Preposition
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Jenner & Block is expected to bring similar arguments next week.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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Defaulted loans will be sent for collections next month.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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His roots along the coastline sparked inspiration for surfing and the outdoors—elements that carry into his current blend of surf art and cowboy art.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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There’s also room for environmentally sustainable projects that benefit both residents and the ecosystem, especially in terms of clean water initiatives and environmental preservation along the Trinity River.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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By the time Brunson and Hart were cleared to check back in, Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau had a decision to make: call his final timeout, intentionally foul, or wait for a dead ball to make the subs.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
30 Apr. 2025
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And the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food has also introduced mental health workshops into some certifications and courses that farmers and ranchers enroll in.—
Jessica Schreifels,
ProPublica,
30 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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Both were being leaned upon for their defence in the series and each player had one assist entering Game 4.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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There has to be an intentionality in how people speak upon and interact with New Orleans, regard its traditions as sacred and position its voices as experts.—
Cierra Chenier,
Essence,
15 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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Ford also builds the truck at Ohio Assembly Plant near Avon Lake.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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The wet weather could stay in the area Saturday with showers likely after 8 a.m. and a high near 75.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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While there have been some complaints over the price of the console—which will sell for $450—that hasn’t impacted fan excitement, especially if the preorders are anything to go by.—
Callum Booth,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Witnesses at the scene told the officers that the man had stumbled and fallen into the street just as a Charm City Circulator bus drove by and struck him, according to police.—
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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Trump vowed on the campaign trail to bring back workplace raids, after the Biden administration had largely put a stop to such enforcement tactics.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Supreme Court asked lawyers in the case to focus on the dispute about the Supremacy Clause.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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While Turkey certainly has some of the biggest savings and best results across many clinics, it should be noted that not all providers are commendable.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The 32-stop tour, which will span across the U.S. and Europe, serves as Act II in her three-act musical project—following up her successful 2023 Renaissance tour.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Alongside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alongside. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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