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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Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, best known for starring in the 2007 indie darling “Once” and winning an Oscar for “Falling Slowly,” the film’s original song along with co-star Markéta Irglová, has died.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
The UK government said it would provide military helicopters for heavy lifting, along with support from stand-by battalions, after a major incident was declared at the weekend.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Shares ticked up in premarket trading along with other chip stocks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
Meanwhile, the financial burden on caregivers is continuing to rise along with higher costs for healthcare, groceries and seemingly everything else.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
He got ready by laying his bow and quiver under the yew tree along with his pack, sleeping-sack and waterskin, then unhooking his axe from his belt.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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