be along

Idioms

Will come, will arrive, as in John said he'd be along in a few minutes, or The doctor's report will be along by the end of the week. This phrase always indicates a future event. [Colloquial; early 1800s]

Example Sentences

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It’s a pity that the rest of us have to be along for the ride.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

And so it really is cool to be able to kind of be along those guys now, and be able to have my own impact on the game.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2024

The strongest winds — likely around 45 mph — will be along the coast and areas from Port Townsend northward.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2023

He was really fun to be along with.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2023

I went back to the major’s dugout and he said the field kitchen would be along and the drivers could come and get their stew.

From "A Farewell To Arms" by Ernest Hemingway

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