as in to hang (around)
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Recent Examples of tag along
With no inkling of what his prize was worth, the lottery player’s family tagged along with him to Grand Junction to claim his prize, lottery officials said.
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Daniella Segura, Sacramento Bee, 25 Feb. 2025
His desertion is squashed, however, when his fellow soldier Gam Dong-hyuk (Hong Xa-bin) tries to tag along.
—Robert Daniels, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Oakland police said the shooter ran away, while the car — along with a second vehicle that had been tagging along — sped off.
—Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 22 Feb. 2025
As long as Bridget Jones lives, we should be allowed to tag along for the ride.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 14 Feb. 2025
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Daniella Segura, Sacramento Bee, 25 Feb. 2025
His desertion is squashed, however, when his fellow soldier Gam Dong-hyuk (Hong Xa-bin) tries to tag along.
—Robert Daniels, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Oakland police said the shooter ran away, while the car — along with a second vehicle that had been tagging along — sped off.
—Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 22 Feb. 2025
As long as Bridget Jones lives, we should be allowed to tag along for the ride.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tag along
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Mar. 2025
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control. Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Mar. 2025
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Those who want or need assistance can tag and set their luggage outside their stateroom the night before disembarking and pick it up inside the cruise terminal.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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Maybe the club should have tagged the new stadium as the 'Wembley of Islington' and got the government to help pay for it like that tax dodging grifter in Monte Carlo is attempting up north.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Residents want city planners to take notice and be a guiding hand for new investment in their community — especially since landmarks such as Puckett’s and Gary’s Barber Shop, which served the community for 59 years, will be or are already gone.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2025
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Newsweek spoke to Claire Law, a teacher and relational psychotherapist who specializes in guiding people through complex interpersonal dynamics, fostering understanding and growth in their relationships.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025
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This is a prime reason for setting a theme, or even delegating tasks instead of dishes to limit the amount of food brought.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Mar. 2025
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An amendment to his proposal that was approved by the House Judiciary Committee earlier this month would allow the broad orders in some instances, such as in cases brought by multiple states if they're heard by a three-judge district court panel.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2025
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So although the company's fortunes look dark today, they are not permanently shadowed like the craters on the Moon that NASA hopes to soon explore.—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
7 Mar. 2025
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Higher ticket options include a chance to shadow dolphin trainers, or spend half a day with the dolphins and sea lions.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
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China has already piloted the digital yuan (e-CNY), Sweden piloted the e-krona, Nigeria has launched the eNaira and the Bahamas the Sand Dollar.—
Ozan Ozerk,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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The spinoff project was first revealed to be in development in late 2023 and was picked up to pilot in December.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
21 Mar. 2025
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The 3x Golden Globe winner died of complications following a stroke on Saturday afternoon in Waimanalo, Hawaii, according to multiple outlets, just days before his 91st birthday on Monday.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2025
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Joe goes outside to check the fuse box, only to hear strange noises, followed by Halsey’s screams.—
Lisa de los Reyes,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Mar. 2025
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In 1942, current Gov. Gavin Newsom’s (D-CA) grandfather, William Newsom, steered Pat Brown’s campaign for district attorney.—
Carson Becker,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2025
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The relocation will steer the festival toward a new era.—
Matt Brennan,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Tag along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tag%20along. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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