along

/əˈlɔŋ/
preposition
  1. Moving or extending in a line parallel to the length of something.
    • The fence runs along the edge of the property.
    • She placed the books along the shelf.
    • We walked along the beach at sunset.
  2. At a point on or beside something (often used with 'here' or 'there').
    • The store is somewhere along this street.
    • There is a bench along the path.
    • The accident happened along the highway near the bridge.
Synonyms
adverb
  1. In a line; moving forward or onward.
    • He hurried along to catch the bus.
    • The project is coming along nicely.
    • The children skipped along happily.
  2. In company or together with someone or something.
    • Bring your friend along to the party.
    • She took her dog along on the hike.
    • I packed a sandwich to eat along the way.
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