as in to progress
to move forward along a course
our backyard makeover is coming along nicely
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Recent Examples of come along
And then there are going to be new people who come along.
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Alex Ross, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
When general relativity came along in 1915, the quantum revolution had already begun.
—Big Think, 23 Apr. 2026
But Hari and Ryerson—both of whom were health activists long before MAHA came along—may not be representative of rank-and-file voters.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2026
Did Jordan defeat the Pistons and the Celtics before Scottie Pippen came along?
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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Alex Ross, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
When general relativity came along in 1915, the quantum revolution had already begun.
—Big Think, 23 Apr. 2026
But Hari and Ryerson—both of whom were health activists long before MAHA came along—may not be representative of rank-and-file voters.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2026
Did Jordan defeat the Pistons and the Celtics before Scottie Pippen came along?
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for come along
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An annual Impact Report that covers the full picture—from traceability and supply chain transparency to progress on materials, carbon and chemical management—is one way the brand provides a clear and verifiable view into its business.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Freshmen Brock Boyd and Jerquaden Guilford also have a chance to earn playing time as the season progresses.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The governor’s comments underscored the limited power of the commission, which could not issue subpoenas, file charges or compel anyone to do anything.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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The New York Knicks emphatically did so with a scoreline that should be reserved for horror movies.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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As much as any juncture this season, two days in Mexico City reinforced why the Padres can proceed with at least cautious optimism.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Glycerol, an abundant and low-cost byproduct of biodiesel production, enables the reaction to proceed at lower energy input compared to conventional water electrolysis, according to a press release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Apr. 2026
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Nuclear talks would come later, only after a US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is lifted.—
Jon Herskovitz,
Bloomberg,
27 Apr. 2026
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Being selected to play on Marist’s varsity as a freshman came with a caveat for Max DeHoyos.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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The next morning, as part of Charles’s welcome ceremony, American military units and bands marched through rain on the South Lawn.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
29 Apr. 2026
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Dating to the 1960s, Odom was part of the civil rights movement, offering nursing services during Chicago Freedom Movement marches.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Instead, the 2026 draft saw a running back go third, a middle linebacker go seventh, and nine offensive linemen gone by the end of the first round.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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There’s a lot that goes (on) behind the scene as a manager.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Plants to Avoid Planting With Marigolds While marigolds get along with almost every plant in the garden and are seen as a top companion plant for flowers, herbs, and vegetables alike, there are a few plants to avoid planting near marigolds.—
Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
24 Apr. 2026
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Apple goes along to get along Tim Cook generally seems keen to avoid expressing anything that might be perceived as a personal opinion in public.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2026
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In both Germany and Italy, the judicial system had to bend and go along with the police state, where real power resided.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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From a massive wingspan (82 3/8 inches) to his big frame, Jones offers plenty of upside to go along with tons of SEC experience.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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