GOINGS Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

goings

noun

plural of going

as in processes

forward movement in time or place tried to get down the hill quickly, but it was slow going with an injured foot

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as in departures

the act of leaving a place was so absorbed in her TV show she didn't notice his comings or goings

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Recent Examples of goings The Real Madrid star has been England’s best player in the early goings of this tournament. — Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 27 June 2026 In the early goings of the season, Carlsson’s top comparables included names like Leon Draisaitl. — Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 23 June 2026 The Orange also dominated possession in the early goings, holding the ball for 69 percent of the first half and completing 307 passes versus Japan’s 130 passes. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 June 2026 Set the scene One of the very smartest hotel addresses in London, The Connaught Hotel’s energy crackles and fizzes from morning through night, with coming and goings, reunions, a hum of excitement and a permanent sense of occasion. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026 For twists, turns, climbs, dips, and screams, The Incredicoaster at nearby Disneyland had nothing on the goings on at Angel Stadium Monday night. — Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 1 June 2026 The goings on came to a close at an after party at Chateau Marmont. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 14 May 2026 Also documented on tape were the goings on inside the home’s classrooms. — Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 11 May 2026 Our Jacob Camenker will be following the goings on with the UFL closely. — Jim Reineking, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026

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Noun

Basically, the fact that zinc did not always agree with carbon and nitrogen suggests that δ66Zn may be sensitive to ecological processes that are invisible to traditional tracers (offering a complementary lens rather than a replacement).

— Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 11 July 2026

Definition of processes

Noun

But there’s little doubt the Hornets are building around the duo with the departures of Ball to Minnesota and Miles Bridges headed to Phoenix in another trade that has yet to become official.

— Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2026
Despite high-profile billionaire departures and complaints about costs, California is pulling in more than $335 billion in venture capital — about ten times New York — fueled by an AI boom.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of departures

Noun

Summit Fire evacuations An evacuation order and evacuation warnings are in effect for the Summit Fire.

— Paris Barraza, USA Today, 10 July 2026
The fire has prompted numerous evacuations in the area, including the complete evacuation of the town of Eureka, which has a population of just over 600.

— Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 23 June 2026

Definition of evacuations

Noun

Funeral processions for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began today in the Iraqi city of Najaf, with thousands of mourners present.

— Jamie Gray, NBC news, 9 July 2026
Videos posted on social media have shown some Iranians joining the processions with photos of family members killed in the January crackdown.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 July 2026

Definition of processions

Noun

As fermentation progresses, sugar is gradually converted into alcohol, meaning both its flavor and alcohol content evolve over time.

— Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Altair will become more prominent as summer progresses, so there's plenty of time to get to know it.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 26 June 2026

Definition of progresses

Noun

John Coltrane is another influential figure in the history of jazz, known for his pioneering innovations on the saxophone, notably his ability to create a complex, rapid-fire approach to chord progressions.

— Noe Padilla, USA Today, 2 July 2026
In Sing & Play Mode, the device automatically handles complex chord progressions and backing rhythms, while Solo Mode maps individual notes to the pads.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 June 2026

Definition of progressions

Noun

The statement highlights some of the anxiety surrounding the latest advancements in technology as some of the world’s largest companies race to compete with China and other countries to dominate the AI race.

— Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.

— Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 14 July 2026