along with
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In association with, as in For his second birthday we sent him a fireman's hat, along with some books , or The audience was invited to sing along with the star . [Early 1700s]
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In conjunction with, as in Along with what I told you before, that's the whole story of what happened . [Early 1800s] For a synonym, see together with ; also see go along , def. 2 and 3.
Example Sentences
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The steady flow of new money into ETFs, along with a technology business that sells risk- and portfolio-management software to other investment firms, are viewed as stable sources of revenue even in turbulent markets.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Gen Dan Caine, Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, says 80% of Iran's missile facilities have been destroyed, along with 80% of Iran's air defence systems and 90% of its weapons factories.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
The president also announced that the two were “very far along with a definitive” deal and called Tehran’s 10-point proposal “a workable basis on which to negotiate.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
The indictments — along with a civil lawsuit and grand jury testimony referenced in motions to dismiss the charges — portray Brooks and Smyles as the main drivers of the fights.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
Orion barked his excitement right along with her.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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