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as in happens
to take place
what in the world is going on in there?
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as in rambles
to talk at length without sticking to a topic or getting to a point
my, but Aunt Betty does go on about all of her aches and pains
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Recent Examples of goes on
Plus, find rare discounts on luxe brands like Marc Jacobs, Staud, Tory Burch, Ciao Lucia, Liffner—the list goes on.
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Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
The Summer House alum also goes on to share how her daughter has picked up some of her behaviors both on and off the playground.
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Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
If and when New York goes on a run, the Spurs need to be ready for what will likely feel close to an avalanche.
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Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
9 June 2026
The relationship sticks and the pair goes on to track down all manner of nasty killers with a combination of unconventional techniques and good police work.
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Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
He gets intoxicated and goes on crying jags and completely falls apart.
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R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
25 May 2026
Double parking goes on despite the invasion of delivery robots.
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Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Everything that goes on in Xang’s world feels like it’s wedged between dusk and dawn.
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Olivier Lafontant,
Pitchfork,
27 Apr. 2026
In the video, Lazarus goes on to recommend another essential safety item to add to your arsenal.
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Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
The Summer House alum also goes on to share how her daughter has picked up some of her behaviors both on and off the playground.
—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
If and when New York goes on a run, the Spurs need to be ready for what will likely feel close to an avalanche.
—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
9 June 2026
The relationship sticks and the pair goes on to track down all manner of nasty killers with a combination of unconventional techniques and good police work.
—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
He gets intoxicated and goes on crying jags and completely falls apart.
—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
25 May 2026
Double parking goes on despite the invasion of delivery robots.
—
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Everything that goes on in Xang’s world feels like it’s wedged between dusk and dawn.
—
Olivier Lafontant,
Pitchfork,
27 Apr. 2026
In the video, Lazarus goes on to recommend another essential safety item to add to your arsenal.
—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goes on
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This typically happens because navigating the conflict proves that the relationship is resilient and can withstand the realities of the human experience.
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.
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Look for wildflowers and endemic fauna on the Tomales Point Trail, which rambles for nearly 10 miles on this special, skinny peninsula, delivering gorgeous, foggy views of the Pacific Ocean.
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Kachina rambles for 5 miles but the most vibrant color is found on the first half of the hike.
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Not to do what is economically beneficial, even if there is an argument that is in a client’s immediate best interest, but in holding power to the law.
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Rothrock said there is no specific type of offender, such as a foreign visitor unaware of American laws.
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The state fair, which is part of the America 250 festivities and runs on the National Mall through July 10, is encouraging attendees to drink plenty of water, find shade, and take frequent breaks while the dangerous heat continues.
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The modern world runs on open source, powered by the principles of open development.
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As Silicon Valley’s artificial intelligence boom powers America’s economy, rattles its job market, and shapes its national security priorities, political leaders are struggling for traction on how the government should seek to engage the technology, if at all.
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Israeli military warning rattles coastal city Israeli strikes over southern Lebanon continued, especially in and around the battered cities of Tyre and Nabatiyeh.
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“Goes on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goes%20on. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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