as in progresses
to move forward along a course
our backyard makeover is coming along nicely
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Recent Examples of comes along
And yet, here comes along Björk, not just cutting a stylish figure in the ensemble on a red carpet, but basically raving in it.
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Max Berlinger, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Start somewhere, show up fully, and when something bigger comes along, put your name forward.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 3 May 2026
Then, Gronk comes along and that conversation.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Then Joe Biden and his corrupt administration comes along and makes matters worse, allowing thousands of criminals to enter our country illegally, pillaging Americans while being pampered in luxury hotels on our dime.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
This is a tropical taste of old school LA, a must for any fan of tiki culture and the booze that comes along with it.
—Krista Simmons, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
As in being on the brink of the time of year when legends are made, piggybacking on the bright lights and national — and global — attention that comes along with it.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
Ladd is still open to acting if the right project comes along.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Larson has spent the past eight years battling Minnesota for the state’s top prep players and will use the newfound recruiting cache that comes along with that Gophers logo on his pullover.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
Max Berlinger, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Start somewhere, show up fully, and when something bigger comes along, put your name forward.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 3 May 2026
Then, Gronk comes along and that conversation.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Then Joe Biden and his corrupt administration comes along and makes matters worse, allowing thousands of criminals to enter our country illegally, pillaging Americans while being pampered in luxury hotels on our dime.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
This is a tropical taste of old school LA, a must for any fan of tiki culture and the booze that comes along with it.
—Krista Simmons, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
As in being on the brink of the time of year when legends are made, piggybacking on the bright lights and national — and global — attention that comes along with it.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
Ladd is still open to acting if the right project comes along.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Larson has spent the past eight years battling Minnesota for the state’s top prep players and will use the newfound recruiting cache that comes along with that Gophers logo on his pullover.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comes along
Verb
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As the illness progresses, coughing and difficulty breathing can develop.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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As the condition progresses, leaves may turn yellow or translucent, develop spots that enlarge and burst, and eventually fall off when the plant is touched or moved, Abdi adds.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
12 May 2026
Verb
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To promote the album, Rashad’s team scheduled events not only in Los Angeles and New York but also in Dallas and San Diego—not traditionally strong hip-hop markets, but places where Rashad does especially well.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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The national debt has surpassed the GDP, Social Security and Medicare face looming financial crises, inflation is rising, families are struggling — and yet Congress does nothing.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
Verb
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China lives on shipping, and that shipping all goes along the Chinese coast.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
20 May 2026
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That's one of the things that goes along with it.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
Verb
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The person believes what the AI says and proceeds to fall into a doom-and-gloom spiral.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Therefore, the argument proceeds, Black and Hispanic applicants get into medical school ahead of whites and Asians with similar scores and grades solely because of their race and ethnic background.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
Verb
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The move comes amid fragile ceasefire violations, escalating rhetoric and shifting deadlines, with Washington and Tehran trading fire last week while talks stall over Iran’s nuclear program and regional security.—
Michelle L. Price,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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Kami Rita's record-breaking climb comes 32 years after his first climb in 1994.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Lady Louise, who is studying English at St Andrew’s University in Scotland, has been helping ensure that the four-day show goes smoothly and has a good royal turnout.—
Katie Nicholl,
Vanity Fair,
14 May 2026
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Kerry Burnight, a gerontologist who contributed to the research, said the index builds on foundational well-being models but goes further.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Down bodies, but never faith, the Timberwolves’ mission marches forward a few troops lighter, but the belief as firm as ever.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
1 May 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
Verb
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Robert is a funny, kind, and sweet boy who gets along well with others and loves to make new friends.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Edwards said the room gets along well and is learning from one another.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Comes along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comes%20along. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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