Synonyms of go
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as in to proceed
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as in to move
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as in to suffice
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as in to correspond
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as in to lead
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as in to become
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as in to collapse
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as in to belong
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as in to fade
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as in to follow
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as in to vary
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as in to put
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as in to intend
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as in to stop
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as in to afford
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as in to stand
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as in to die
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as in to succeed
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as in to cost
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as in to turn (to)
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as in ready
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as in trend
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as in energy
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as in try
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as in ambition
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as in enjoy
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as in to proceed
to move forward along a course
everything is going according to our plans
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as in to move
to leave a place often for another
will go on vacation at the end of the year decided it would be better to go before she got any angrier
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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
your account of how the fire started doesn't go with what she said
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as in to become
to eventually have as a state or quality
she goes crazy on the dance floor when they start playing 1980s pop the room went dark
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as in to collapse
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
watched the building go after the demolition crew detonated the charges
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as in to fade
to lose bodily strength or vigor
when you get old, your eyesight starts to go
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as in to follow
to make one's way through, across, or over
I went the length of the street before finding an empty parking space
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as in to put
to risk (something) on the outcome of an uncertain event
to play in this game of poker, you have to be willing to go at least five dollars per round
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as in to intend
chiefly Southern & Midland
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I didn't go to fire the gun—it just went off
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as in to stop
to come to an end
we were having so much fun that the evening just came and went
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as in to stand
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I can't go the smell of that rotting food for one more minute
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as in to die
to stop living
her grandmother went peacefully last night
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as in to succeed
to turn out as planned or desired
we tried very hard to get the food cooperative to go, but it never really worked out
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as in ready
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
all systems are go
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as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
snowboarding is all the go
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as in energy
active strength of body or mind
a healthy six-year-old full of go
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as in ambition
readiness to engage in daring or difficult activity
a young executive with the go to make this company grow
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as in to cost
to have a price of
those cars go for $25,000
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as in to turn (to)
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
when the sales representative refused to help us, we went to the store manager
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as in enjoy
to take pleasure in
I could go for a cold beer right about now.
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as in accept
to have a favorable opinion of
I hope they go for my proposal.
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Recent Examples of go
Rose Evans
may 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 May 2026
Her deadline for Hegseth came and went, and no videos were produced.
—ABC News, 3 May 2026
Jennifer Maas, Variety, 11 Dec. 2025
In May, the Fortune 500 company and the third largest footwear company in the world announced a $9 billion go-private deal with Brazilian private equity firm 3G Capital — the biggest shoe buyout in history.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Sarah Felbin, Allure, 26 Apr. 2026
Skillet Pancakes One of the best parts of making pancakes is having leftovers on hand for quick breakfasts on the go.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
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But first, the initial plans will go before the city’s planning and zoning commission for consideration in a public hearing, where members of the public can weigh in.
—Rose Evans
may 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 May 2026
Her deadline for Hegseth came and went, and no videos were produced.
—ABC News, 3 May 2026
Adjective
All of these transmedia opportunities come as the larger entertainment industry is taking note on the value of games, with Electronic Arts’ recently announced $55 billion go-private deal being a key indicator of where priorities lie for investors.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 11 Dec. 2025
In May, the Fortune 500 company and the third largest footwear company in the world announced a $9 billion go-private deal with Brazilian private equity firm 3G Capital — the biggest shoe buyout in history.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
Shop our go-tos for soft, shiny strands below.
—Sarah Felbin, Allure, 26 Apr. 2026
Skillet Pancakes One of the best parts of making pancakes is having leftovers on hand for quick breakfasts on the go.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for go
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The company, which operates AMC, Shudder and BBC America, among other outlets,has no massive deal ready to unveil that will put it in cahoots with the NFL or Major League Baseball.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Lindsay Hubbard is activated and ready to call out West Wilson and Amanda Batula’s inconsistencies.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
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Kate Perez covers national trends and breaking news for USA TODAY.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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The current trend in the Premier League is for players in that mould to push up, to press, to make runs into attack, and to provide goalscoring qualities too.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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Renewable energy Iggo is also keen on renewable energy, citing a recovery in stocks this year, driven by the massive demand for electricity coming from the AI trade, as well as the conflict in the Middle East.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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As the Moon in Scorpio trines Jupiter from your 2nd House of Resources, confidence builds around what’s actually worth your time, energy, and attention.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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The Los Angeles Angels walked off the Mets, 4-3, in the 10th inning on Saturday night at Angel Stadium, handing the Amazins’ their 18th loss in their last 22 tries.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
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After first settling in Iowa, Zama gave soccer another try.—
Krystle Rich,
CBS News,
2 May 2026
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Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has outlined ambitions to position Japan as a global leader in drone utilization.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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At the Capitol, protesters carried placards supporting Fair Districts Amendments, which voters approved in 2010, and denouncing the governor’s scheme as a bad faith gerrymandering scheme that only benefitted his and other Republican leaders’ ambitions.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Children enter school better prepared to learn and succeed.—
Franklyn Baker,
Baltimore Sun,
4 May 2026
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China is possibly the best prepared country.—
Sylvie Zhuang,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
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The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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During all winters, conifers need occasional watering when the ground is not frozen to maintain plant vigor and to keep their needles intact.—
Special to The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
1 May 2026
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Divide spring-blooming bulbs to restore vigor, prevent overcrowding, and increase flowering.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Go.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/go. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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