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as in proceeded
to move forward along a course
everything is going according to our plans
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as in moved
to leave a place often for another
will go on vacation at the end of the year decided it would be better to go before she got any angrier
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as in sufficed
to be fitting or proper
at Mardi Gras, just about anything goes
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as in corresponded
to be in agreement on every point
your account of how the fire started doesn't go with what she said
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as in became
to eventually have as a state or quality
she goes crazy on the dance floor when they start playing 1980s pop the room went dark
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as in collapsed
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
watched the building go after the demolition crew detonated the charges
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as in belonged
to have or be in a usual or proper place
these plates go in this cabinet
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as in faded
to lose bodily strength or vigor
when you get old, your eyesight starts to go
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as in traversed
to make one's way through, across, or over
I went the length of the street before finding an empty parking space
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as in put
to risk (something) on the outcome of an uncertain event
to play in this game of poker, you have to be willing to go at least five dollars per round
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as in planned
chiefly Southern & Midland
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I didn't go to fire the gun—it just went off
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as in stopped
to come to an end
we were having so much fun that the evening just came and went
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as in afforded
to have enough money for
I think I can go for the new car after all
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as in stood
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I can't go the smell of that rotting food for one more minute
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as in died
to stop living
her grandmother went peacefully last night
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as in succeeded
to turn out as planned or desired
we tried very hard to get the food cooperative to go, but it never really worked out
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Recent Examples of went
Jones, making his second start for the 49ers with Purdy still out with injury, went 27-of-41 for 284 yards with a touchdown and an interception in Sunday’s injury-riddled win.
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The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2025
Notably, that percentage went unchanged from the previous year.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 22 Sep. 2025
Her name was even mentioned by TCU player Bud Clark, who went viral after commenting on Instagram Live following the 48-14 rout.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 21 Sep. 2025
While the surgery was a success, Bennett went into sudden cardiac arrest at 10 days old.
—Greta Bjornson, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
Goodwin, 25, went undrafted out of Notre Dame two seasons ago.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025
Jefferson-Wooden went into these championships as a strong favorite to secure the victory.
—Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
This year, Tillman went head-to-head with another Severance star Zach Cherry.
—Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
Following his arrest, Robinson initially spoke with some law enforcement but quickly went silent Friday morning after hiring a lawyer, sources familiar with the matter previously told CNN.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2025
Notably, that percentage went unchanged from the previous year.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 22 Sep. 2025
Her name was even mentioned by TCU player Bud Clark, who went viral after commenting on Instagram Live following the 48-14 rout.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 21 Sep. 2025
While the surgery was a success, Bennett went into sudden cardiac arrest at 10 days old.
—Greta Bjornson, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
Goodwin, 25, went undrafted out of Notre Dame two seasons ago.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025
Jefferson-Wooden went into these championships as a strong favorite to secure the victory.
—Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
This year, Tillman went head-to-head with another Severance star Zach Cherry.
—Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
Following his arrest, Robinson initially spoke with some law enforcement but quickly went silent Friday morning after hiring a lawyer, sources familiar with the matter previously told CNN.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for went
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In earlier phases of the litigation, the district court issued provisional reinstatement orders at several agencies, but those orders were stayed by the Supreme Court while the case proceeded.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Arias-Galva said that she had been cut off by Heinz, who proceeded to threaten her with death and then allegedly shot her.—
Michael Nied,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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Then the Jays moved a win away.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
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The Eagles ran the play throughout the game, with multiple instances where the offensive lineman moved before the snap.—
Mark Kern,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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Face-to-face sales are needed where online contracts once sufficed.—
Alla Adam,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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An Alien television show featuring nothing more than the Coca Cola classic Alien could have sufficed us, so why all the extra bells and whistles?—
Josh Wigler,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Aug. 2025
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This corresponded with a demographic shift for the blues, which fell out of favor with young Black audiences, who were turning to new funk and soul sounds, just as young white people were embracing it.—
Todd Longwell,
Variety,
18 Sep. 2025
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But, does that mean that the industrial giant’s embrace of AI has corresponded with a 20% reduction in that team’s workforce?—
John Kell,
Fortune,
17 Sep. 2025
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Coach Jim Hiller will be entering his second full season behind the bench, and the roster is transitioning to a next-generation core led by Adrian Kempe and Kevin Fiala offensively, with young guns like Quinton Byfield, Brandt Clarke and Alex Laferriere all on the rise.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Their work, led by Yong Lin Kong, highlights a material that combines unusual flexibility with remarkable strength.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Sep. 2025
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Researchers found that these cells became hyperactive, burning through their energy reserves and losing their ability to rest, a crucial trait for long-term regeneration.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
20 Sep. 2025
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At its heart was the tension between legendary performer Rayna Jaymes (Connie Britton) and newcomer Juliette Barnes (Hayden Panettiere), but Nashville quickly became an ensemble powerhouse, blending soapy twists and electric musical performances.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Sep. 2025
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Bosa walked off gingerly, but then collapsed on the sideline following the incident.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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Last season, Spurs collapsed after leading 2-0 at half-time and conceded three times in 21 minutes.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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But over the last several years, the Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded) category has belonged increasingly to stand-up comedy specials.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
6 Sep. 2025
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Levine Cava contends the helicopter budget has always belonged within the Fire Rescue department, which provides the pilots and maintains the choppers.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Went.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/went. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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