Synonyms of goes
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as in progresses
to move forward along a course
everything is going according to our plans
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as in departs
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 corresponds
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 becomes
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 collapses
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 fades
to lose bodily strength or vigor
when you get old, your eyesight starts to go
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as in follows
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 puts
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 intends
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 ends
to come to an end
we were having so much fun that the evening just came and went
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as in affords
to have enough money for
I think I can go for the new car after all
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as in stands
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 dies
to stop living
her grandmother went peacefully last night
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as in succeeds
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 goes
Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
As LaVine goes, so go the Bulls.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
That's as far as amount A goes.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Yet, as the saying goes, pressure creates diamonds – and in this challenging environment, innovation is thriving.
—Truebridge Capital, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
This value, so the theory goes, can then be reinvested in social programs like UBI.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Currently, a lot of the money invested in their businesses by train companies goes towards paying drivers.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.
—Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
When Sandy goes missing, the line between reality and game blurs and Conor must venture into the strange world of OBEX to bring her home.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
Rather, Bates plays a wealthy retired lawyer named Madeleine Kingston who goes undercover as a legal assistant at a large law firm, taking on the alias surname of Matlock because the show was one of her deceased daughter's favorites.
—Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
As LaVine goes, so go the Bulls.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
That's as far as amount A goes.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Yet, as the saying goes, pressure creates diamonds – and in this challenging environment, innovation is thriving.
—Truebridge Capital, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
This value, so the theory goes, can then be reinvested in social programs like UBI.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Currently, a lot of the money invested in their businesses by train companies goes towards paying drivers.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.
—Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
When Sandy goes missing, the line between reality and game blurs and Conor must venture into the strange world of OBEX to bring her home.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goes
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Based on historical trends, travelers can expect that thousands more flights will be disrupted as the day progresses.—
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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As the winter storm progresses, more updates are expected from local authorities to guide residents and travelers through potentially dangerous conditions.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
5 Jan. 2025
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Carter Family departs from Blair House via motorcade.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA TODAY,
2 Jan. 2025
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The Miami Hurricanes’ retooling of their secondary continues as another contributor from the 2024 team departs.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
2 Jan. 2025
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That sweet spot in your coffee brewing process corresponds to the aforementioned laminar-turbulent transition in pipes.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
30 Dec. 2024
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While Ingram Micro stock has slipped 12% since its October initial public offering price of $22 per share — Goldman was one of the three lead managers in the IPO — the bank’s $33 price target corresponds to potential upside of approximately 62%.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
27 Dec. 2024
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The Cardinals defense, on the other hand, has kept Murray in games and leads the NFL with 121 splash plays since Week 13.—
Vic Tafur,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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During this time, the desire for physical warmth, emotional comfort and connection often leads people to seek intimate companionship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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For existing contracts, reviewing Force Majeure clauses becomes crucial.—
Ian Shepherd,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Kentucky becomes the latest state to legalize medical marijuana and several states, including Delaware, tighten gun control.—
Acacia Squires,
NPR,
31 Dec. 2024
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The next 12 months will determine whether the music industry thrives or collapses under the weight of AI.—
Virginie Berger,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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Blue state's experiment collapses after a decade.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
27 Dec. 2024
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The broader story so closely follows what came before, every slight alteration and minor development helps carries that much more consequence.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
26 Dec. 2024
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Sleep duration, like most behaviors, follows a bell curve.—
Marla Broadfoot,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 Dec. 2024
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The deadline for buying tickets for Mega Millions tickets varies by state.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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Treatment for a burning sensation in your feet varies based on the underlying cause, but medications and lifestyle changes may help.—
Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD,
Health,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Goes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goes. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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