TAGS ALONG Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

tags along

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present tense third-person singular of tag along

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McDonnell, who focuses on predatory fish and impacts from climate change and fishing, typically tags fish with sensors for studies.

— Jenny Staletovich, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Gerth gets notified every time a neighbor tags her on Facebook.

— Noel Brennan, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026

Definition of tags

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The new movie follows 28 years later, as Sally bakes cakes and avoids men, while Gilly attracts men named Chad on Tinder.

— Angelique Jackson, Variety, 2 Aug. 2026
This breathtaking start follows recent debate over potential fatigue for franchise films, including those of the superhero variety, given that DC Studios’ Supergirl underperformed earlier this summer.

— Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Aug. 2026

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The grid menu guides imbibers to their next taste of its classic and aromatic wines, noting characteristics ranging from rich to funky and from herbal to fruity.

— USA TODAY NETWORK, USA Today, 29 July 2026
Acting as a personal home advisor, Hint monitors your property’s needs, identifies what may require attention, and guides you on the best course of action, with cost and long-term value in mind.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 29 July 2026

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The storm system brings the chance of some hail and damaging winds throughout the evening.

— Christa Swanson, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
Mecklenburg County this year also invited the neighborhood to participate in its inaugural Meck Fest, a series that brings free food, music and activities to smaller community parks.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026

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Manuel Varela, who also pilots Goodie, says the drone has switchable nozzles for whatever the cleaning job calls for.

— Delia Rose Sauer, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
There's also an optional co-op mode, which allows two players to split the controls of the Arwing starfighter and other vehicles; one person pilots them while the other shoots at enemies.

— Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 8 May 2026

Definition of pilots

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Chopping up their parents and teachers has never been so much fun as these kids take command gleefully and with joy as the ice cream man (actor Ari Millen in a dialogue-less performance) leads the band.

— Pete Hammond, Deadline, 3 Aug. 2026
More serious and rare than postpartum depression, psychosis leads patients to struggle with their perceptions of reality.

— Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 3 Aug. 2026

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