as in progresses
to move forward along a course
our backyard makeover is coming along nicely
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Recent Examples of comes along
That also comes along with more uncomfortable levels of humidity.
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Rachael Jay, CBS News, 6 June 2026
And yet, here comes along Björk, not just cutting a stylish figure in the ensemble on a red carpet, but basically raving in it.
—Max Berlinger, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Start somewhere, show up fully, and when something bigger comes along, put your name forward.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 3 May 2026
Then, Gronk comes along and that conversation.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Then Joe Biden and his corrupt administration comes along and makes matters worse, allowing thousands of criminals to enter our country illegally, pillaging Americans while being pampered in luxury hotels on our dime.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
This is a tropical taste of old school LA, a must for any fan of tiki culture and the booze that comes along with it.
—Krista Simmons, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
As in being on the brink of the time of year when legends are made, piggybacking on the bright lights and national — and global — attention that comes along with it.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
Ladd is still open to acting if the right project comes along.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Rachael Jay, CBS News, 6 June 2026
And yet, here comes along Björk, not just cutting a stylish figure in the ensemble on a red carpet, but basically raving in it.
—Max Berlinger, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Start somewhere, show up fully, and when something bigger comes along, put your name forward.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 3 May 2026
Then, Gronk comes along and that conversation.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Then Joe Biden and his corrupt administration comes along and makes matters worse, allowing thousands of criminals to enter our country illegally, pillaging Americans while being pampered in luxury hotels on our dime.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
This is a tropical taste of old school LA, a must for any fan of tiki culture and the booze that comes along with it.
—Krista Simmons, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
As in being on the brink of the time of year when legends are made, piggybacking on the bright lights and national — and global — attention that comes along with it.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
Ladd is still open to acting if the right project comes along.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comes along
Verb
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Teams playing in these matches will be determined as the tournament progresses.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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That said, collection rules can change, and individual circumstances vary, so borrowers who are struggling with federal student loan payments should try to review their options before delinquency progresses to default.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
Verb
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But Cas9 is the actual machine that does the cutting.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
11 June 2026
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To get the true sense of where contemporary art in Florida stands in 2026, the Orlando survey show does just that.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
Verb
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China lives on shipping, and that shipping all goes along the Chinese coast.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
20 May 2026
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That's one of the things that goes along with it.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Once the plane is in position, TaxiBot disconnects and the aircraft proceeds with takeoff as normal.—
David Szondy
June 07,
New Atlas,
7 June 2026
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New York Attorney General Letitia James also welcomed the decision, saying her office would continue fighting to protect federal funding while the lawsuit proceeds.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
Verb
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As classic cars prepare to roll onto the Mother Road and communities across eight states launch centennial celebrations, organizers hope the milestone serves not only as a tribute to history but as a call to preserve what comes next.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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The vote comes as communities around the country debate how to handle increasingly large data centers creeping into populated areas.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The store is 8,000 square feet with plenty of options to choose from as far as merch goes, including jerseys, Funko Pops, soccer balls and more.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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In testimony before the House Committee on Ways and Means, Sheila Clark, President and CEO of the California Hospice and Palliative Care Association, warned that the damage goes far beyond the theft of tax dollars.—
Wes Kilgore,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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The old Interview With the Vampire is dead, but AMC’s adaptation of Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles novels marches ever forward, growing stronger and more powerful with time.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
7 June 2026
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The center's main tower features the words from President Obama's speech on the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery, Alabama marches – stamped on the ceiling and sculpted with concrete into the outer walls – offering a look into the past and hope for future from the South Side of Chicago.—
Irika Sargent,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Robert is a funny, kind, and sweet boy who gets along well with others and loves to make new friends.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Edwards said the room gets along well and is learning from one another.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Comes along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comes%20along. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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