as in to depart
to leave a place often for another
now that my ride's here, I'll be stepping along
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for step (along)
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The plane departed from William J. Fox Airfield in Lancaster and was heading to Camarillo Airport, according to the FAA.—
Tristan Maglunog,
ABC News,
3 May 2025 -
The trade had seemed to improve those dynamics, with 32-year-old Davis departing and Dončić — the 26-year-old who is represented by Bill Duffy of WME Sports — coming to town.—
Jovan Buha,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
Verb
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Martinez moves well enough laterally to make defenders miss and bounce outside.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2025
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In recent decades, the agency has continued boring tunnels where needed to move water.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Smith then exited his vehicle, smoking a cigarette, and was immediately tased by one of the deputies.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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As the two fought, another suspect exited a car and joined in the confrontation, deputies said.—
Daniella Segura,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Otherwise, a ton of talented players got to achieve their dreams this weekend.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
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After the performances are over and this year's inductees are revealed, viewers will get the chance to vote for their favorite contestants before eliminations.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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After the Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards poked the proverbial bear, Doncic turned his game up a notch, scoring 31 points to go with 12 rebounds and nine assists (on a perfect 11-for-11 from the free-throw line) to give the Lakers a 94-85 victory in Game 2, evening the series.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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Louisiana Louisiana’s law went into effect Jan. 1 requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote, but the state hasn't issued guidance on what documentation residents need.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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The best wines come from a narrow 75-mile-long strip that runs along the French side of the Rhine River with 51 grand cru vineyards located here which were given official status in 1975.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2025
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Without the reservoir, Palisades customers get water primarily via a large trunkline that runs along Sunset Boulevard.—
Matt Hamilton,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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With the burden of pressure on them following a 2-0 defeat in last week’s first leg, Miami got off to a fast start after defending an early Vancouver corner.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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So, from my perspective, for the team to get off to a hot start is not shocking.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Game 2 was another close affair, with the Clippers pulling out a 105-102 victory.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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This jury was dealt a blow yesterday when its President, Walking Dead star Norman Reedus, pulled out at the last minute due to work commitments, but Hugh said this has had little impact as the group only just started working.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Step (along).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/step%20%28along%29. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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