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
Johnson could expand his value if the 3-point jumper comes along.
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John Hollinger, New York Times, 24 June 2026
What's different about her is both the production on the court and the style that comes along with it.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Chevalier is seeking that salary and the power that comes along with it.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
But the World Cup comes along every four years.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
The nature and capabilities of the underlying AI are crucial to how well or how poorly the mental health guidance comes along.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 13 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 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
John Hollinger, New York Times, 24 June 2026
What's different about her is both the production on the court and the style that comes along with it.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Chevalier is seeking that salary and the power that comes along with it.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
But the World Cup comes along every four years.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
The nature and capabilities of the underlying AI are crucial to how well or how poorly the mental health guidance comes along.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 13 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 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comes along
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As the season progresses, getting that balance back could be just as important as any trade deadline addition.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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After such an emphatic opening display from the holders, few would bet against Messi adding to his 16 World Cup goals as the tournament progresses.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Cohesion is the trick, and color does most of the work.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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Nor does a forecast cone capture every place that may experience dangerous conditions.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Of course this is professional golf, so there is a substantial prize purse that goes along with one of golf’s largest and most historic tournaments.—
Mike Fore,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Lane is throwing his fastball in the low 90s, with upside to add velocity as the summer goes along, with a put-away slider.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Rumors of her departure circulated Wednesday before the board announced that Hill would remain employed while an investigation proceeds.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
17 June 2026
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Fox News Digital has reached out to GiveSendGo seeking clarification regarding the disposition of the fundraiser proceeds, whether any money remains available and what safeguards were used to ensure compliance with company policies.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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The only exception to this rule, CMS notes, comes when referring to the Earth in relation to other celestial bodies.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 June 2026
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The goal comes amid a tough week for Messi and his family.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
Verb
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How deep that review goes, experts said, will largely depend on what investigators find on the ground.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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McGarry, while supportive of the county's initial steps, remains skeptical that the ordinance goes far enough to protect the most vulnerable residents.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Verb
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The battles continue as House of the Dragon marches through its third season.—
Josh Wigler,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
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The tower’s top is wrapped in blocky text — an excerpt from a 2015 speech that Obama gave to mark the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery marches that Obama has described as one of his most meaningful.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Scenes like the one last Thursday show this is a group that gets along, and the Lions are banking on that translating to the field Sundays.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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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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“Comes along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comes%20along. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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