1
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 ensemble comedy followed goings on at a fictional Parisian talent agency called ASK.
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Here were records of altered states that felt apart from the normal goings on of our mutually agreed upon society, proof that something else was afoot.
—Ellyn Gaydos
august 11, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Throughout Thursday’s earnings call, Clerc touched on other major goings on across the supply chain that have impacted the wider container market.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 7 Aug. 2025
Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Here were records of altered states that felt apart from the normal goings on of our mutually agreed upon society, proof that something else was afoot.
—Ellyn Gaydos
august 11, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Throughout Thursday’s earnings call, Clerc touched on other major goings on across the supply chain that have impacted the wider container market.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goings
Noun
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Look for opportunities to plug CCU into existing processes with minimal disruption.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Precision meets material innovation Advanced lasers needed to imprint such tiny formats already exist, Tsapatsis explained, but the challenge has been finding materials and processes capable of handling ever-smaller microchips.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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His exit, which was was first reported by The Wall Street Journal earlier this month, was part of a string of high-profile departures at Musk's AI startup.—
MacKenzie Sigalos,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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The job reduction would be carried out so far as possible with voluntary departures and buyouts, the company said.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Thanks to advances in the category—stronger adhesive, sleeker designs, more varied sizing—fake nails have never looked better and lasted longer.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Liquid-fuel challenges and advances Liquid-fuel ICBMs are known for their heavy payloads and extended range but are traditionally difficult to maintain in a constant state of readiness.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Up to date evacuations are available on the Perimeter evacuation website.—
Jenavieve Hatch,
Sacbee.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The first evacuations were ordered Thursday afternoon, and two expansions Friday increased the evacuation zone to 21 square miles.—
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
23 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The outlet reported that Harry is expected to walk side by side with his brother at the forefront of the processions through the streets of London.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
8 Sep. 2025
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Look out for medieval reenactments for which whole towns dress in costume, and religious processions where music is the soul of the streets.—
Daniel Scheffler,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Of course as their cross-country road trip progresses and Felice racks up first-round-loss after first-round-loss, Gatti’s louche lifestyle is revealed to have a darker, more depressive aspect.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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As your career progresses and your needs change, some relationships may naturally fade while new ones emerge.—
Sherry Martin,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The offense must not only find ways to step up, but Tagovailoa must be able to work through his progressions, especially after Xavien Howard's recent comments after Week 1.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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Allen consistently had time to scan the field and go through his progressions.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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The 18,000-square-foot facility showcases technological advancements in water treatment and helps the fashion sector establish best practices.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Goings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goings. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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