along Synonyms

along Meaning

Wordnet

along (r)

with a forward motion

in accompaniment or as a companion

to a more advanced state

in addition (usually followed by `with')

in line with a length or direction (often followed by `by' or `beside')

Webster

along (adv.)

By the length; in a line with the length; lengthwise.

In a line, or with a progressive motion; onward; forward.

In company; together.

Webster

along (prep.)

By the length of, as distinguished from across.

Webster

along ()

(Now heard only in the prep. phrase along of.)

along Sentence Examples

  1. We strolled along the beach, enjoying the soothing sound of the waves.
  2. The river flowed silently along the edge of the dense forest.
  3. I placed the book along the shelf, making sure it was in its proper place.
  4. The children skipped along the sidewalk, giggling and playing games.
  5. A row of colorful flowers lined up along the garden path.
  6. As we drove along the highway, we marveled at the scenic views.
  7. The cat walked gracefully along the windowsill, curiously observing the outside world.
  8. The hikers followed the trail along the mountain ridge, taking in breathtaking views.
  9. Along the timeline of history, significant events shaped the course of nations.
  10. She ran her fingers along the piano keys, producing a beautiful melody.

FAQs About the word along

with a forward motion, in accompaniment or as a companion, to a more advanced state, in addition (usually followed by `with'), in line with a length or directio

beyond,across, over, alongside, near, nearby, via,by, underneath, outside

backwards,back, backwards, backward, back, behind, backward, behind, rearwards, rearwards

We strolled along the beach, enjoying the soothing sound of the waves.

The river flowed silently along the edge of the dense forest.

I placed the book along the shelf, making sure it was in its proper place.

The children skipped along the sidewalk, giggling and playing games.