as in to hang (around)
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Recent Examples of tag along
Unlike Dart, Hera will not strike but will tag along for months of surveying.
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Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
But Upper Blackstone Clean Water, which operates a sludge incinerator 25 miles away in Worcester, Massachusetts, agreed to let a Journal reporter tag along on a tour for people attending the North East Biosolids Association's annual conference that was held in that city in November.
—Alex Kuffner, The Providence Journal, 3 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, his secret boyfriend (Peter Macdissi) wants to tag along, too, despite Frank’s reservations.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
Also, manager Scott Brickell (country star Trace Adkins, returning in the role) has lined up the biggest road tour ever for MercyMe, and that includes a spot for Sam to tag along but not perform, if Bart has his way.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
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Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
But Upper Blackstone Clean Water, which operates a sludge incinerator 25 miles away in Worcester, Massachusetts, agreed to let a Journal reporter tag along on a tour for people attending the North East Biosolids Association's annual conference that was held in that city in November.
—Alex Kuffner, The Providence Journal, 3 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, his secret boyfriend (Peter Macdissi) wants to tag along, too, despite Frank’s reservations.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
Also, manager Scott Brickell (country star Trace Adkins, returning in the role) has lined up the biggest road tour ever for MercyMe, and that includes a spot for Sam to tag along but not perform, if Bart has his way.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tag along
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Supporters viewed the posts as an effort to alert vulnerable immigrant communities about federal enforcement activity, but some commenters who identified themselves as Aurora residents questioned whether tailing ICE agents was really the best use of the mayor’s time.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2026
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Not because the Dodgers’ reliever gave up three runs in the eighth inning to the Philadelphia Phillies, blowing a save opportunity and getting tagged with his first loss of the season.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Ever since, Mote researchers have been catching and tagging between two to six dusky sharks every winter, according to Chapman.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
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The Sagittarius moon may be guiding you to a more sustainable rhythm.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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Patients were randomly assigned to receive either standard treatment decisions or treatment guided by the genomic test.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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Justice is a social, caring young person with a great sense of humor that easily brings smiles to those around him.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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And the facility, beyond serving an 11-state region, will be a central transfer point where vendors can bring their products to one location rather than having to drop them off at multiple warehouses.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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The truth is, unless Brunson wins a championship for New York, Hammon’s skepticism will continue to shadow him.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2026
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Giuliani has always been a mix of sunshine and shadow.—
John Avlon,
The Atlantic,
25 May 2026
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With Soundbooth Theater, Hays is piloting a new method of narration, where a voice actor also operates as director and producer.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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But the machine helping the Marquis family — a robot piloted by a University of New Hampshire laboratory, with funding from the National Institute on Aging — offers a glimpse of the emerging possibilities.—
Matt O’Brien,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Both were able to spot tracks, on dusty roads, and follow the tracks to successfully find wildlife.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
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The brothers, both Chapman University graduates, now help steer the company into its next chapter.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
3 June 2026
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And like Corson in Kansas, Cierpiot wants Missouri to steer clear of Washington-style confirmation battles.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2026
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“Tag along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tag%20along. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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