Synonyms of go
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as in to proceed 
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as in to move
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as in to suffice
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as in to correspond
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as in to lead
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as in to become
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as in to collapse
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as in to belong
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as in to fade
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as in to follow
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as in to vary
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as in to put
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as in to intend
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as in to stop
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as in to afford
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as in to stand
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as in to die
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as in to succeed
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as in ready
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as in trend
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as in energy
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as in try
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as in ambition
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as in to proceed
to move forward along a course
everything is going according to our plans
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as in to move
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 to correspond
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 to become
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 to collapse
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 to fade
to lose bodily strength or vigor
when you get old, your eyesight starts to go
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as in to follow
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 to 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 to intend
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 to stop
to come to an end
we were having so much fun that the evening just came and went
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as in to stand
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 to die
to stop living
her grandmother went peacefully last night
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as in to succeed
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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as in ready
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
all systems are go
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as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
snowboarding is all the go
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as in energy
active strength of body or mind
a healthy six-year-old full of go
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as in ambition
readiness to engage in daring or difficult activity
a young executive with the go to make this company grow
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Recent Examples of go
Danielle Kurtzleben, NPR, 19 Jan. 2025
The 'simplest and clearest' answer for TikTok is a 'clean divestment,' research associate says
Heritage Foundation senior research associate Daniel Cochrane discusses the future of TikTok as the ban goes into effect and President-elect Donald Trump considering a 90-day extension.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 19 Jan. 2025
Joey Knight, Dallas News, 14 Jan. 2023
This is my new go-spring treat for sunny afternoons and porch-chair traveling.
—Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Apr. 2021
Emily Weaver, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
Christian is a sweet boy who loves to be on the go.
—Mare Staff, Boston Herald, 19 Jan. 2025
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This is where a big contradiction comes in: if Americans buy fewer foreign cars, tariff revenue goes down.
—Danielle Kurtzleben, NPR, 19 Jan. 2025
The 'simplest and clearest' answer for TikTok is a 'clean divestment,' research associate says
Heritage Foundation senior research associate Daniel Cochrane discusses the future of TikTok as the ban goes into effect and President-elect Donald Trump considering a 90-day extension.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
If the Cowboys opt for the poison preferred recently by Carolina, Evans — Tampa Bay’s career receiving yardage leader — could conduct a go-route clinic.
—Joey Knight, Dallas News, 14 Jan. 2023
This is my new go-spring treat for sunny afternoons and porch-chair traveling.
—Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Apr. 2021
Noun
Charter Backpack This hands-free backpack is a smart choice for busy days on the go.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
Christian is a sweet boy who loves to be on the go.
—Mare Staff, Boston Herald, 19 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for go
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Initially concerned about Bambi's movement and heart rate, the doctors were hesitant to proceed with further pushing.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
17 Jan. 2025
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Monday night’s three inaugural balls are expected to proceed as scheduled.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
17 Jan. 2025
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The couple had just moved from their modest fixer-upper in Altadena’s Janes Village to their dream home in architect Gregory Ain’s Park Planned homes, when the Eaton fire roared to life.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2025
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This has caused a number of awards nomination events to be delayed including the Oscars, which has moved from Friday, January 17 to Sunday, January 19.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
9 Jan. 2025
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This, suffice it to say, is not how debate in America should work.—
The Editors,
National Review,
10 Jan. 2025
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The journey to crafting an effective private equity (PE) résumé begins with the understanding that your existing corporate résumé won't suffice.—
Mary Elizabeth Bradford, CERM, CMRW, CARW, MCD, NCOPE,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The pattern uncovered by the team corresponds with models that suggest black holes grow through repeat collisions in densely packed star clusters.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
20 Jan. 2025
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The mayor and council members didn’t compare bank balances or transactions to a corresponding bank statement or invoice to ensure information was accurate, auditors said.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
16 Jan. 2025
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Musk filed a lawsuit against the CCC in October, leading the state to respond on Tuesday that the case should be thrown out because of a lack of injury, noting the Air Force decided to go ahead with and expand SpaceX launches anyway.—
Kenneth Schrupp | The Center Square,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
17 Jan. 2025
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Egypt has been a key mediator between the enemies for years and a leading player in ongoing ceasefire negotiations.—
Samy Magdy,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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The Bills still brought Lewis into the game to serve as the dime ’backer, but rather than bringing in Smoot for one of the defensive tackle roles, that became Milano’s job.—
Joe Buscaglia,
The Athletic,
13 Jan. 2025
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How to start or end meetings, regular weekly lunches or drinks after work — rituals like these can help random co-workers become more connected.—
Amanda Schupak,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2025
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Six months later, his rating had collapsed, to just 40 percent.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
15 Jan. 2025
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That are easy to hold during runs, collapse totally flat for travel, and come with straws for sipping?—
Alexis Berger,
SELF,
15 Jan. 2025
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Anyone familiar with the long-running FX sitcom about a group of bartenders knows that the Sunny protagonists don’t belong anywhere near an elementary-school campus.—
Hannah Giorgis,
The Atlantic,
9 Jan. 2025
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Their career stat lines — and those of today’s generation — challenge the definition of who belongs in Cooperstown.—
Tyler Kepner,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
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