go along

British  

verb

1. to refrain from disagreement; assent

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go along Idioms  

1. Move on, proceed, as in She was going along, singing a little song . This expression is also used as an imperative meaning “be off” or “get away from here,” as in The police ordered them to go along . [First half of 1500s]

2. Also, go along with . Cooperate, acquiesce, agree. For example, Don't worry about enough votes—we'll go along , or I'll go along with you on that issue . [c. 1600]

3. Accompany someone, as in I'll go along with you until we reach the gate . [c. 1600] This usage gave rise to the phrase go along for the ride , meaning “to accompany someone but without playing an active part,” as in I won't be allowed to vote at this meeting so I'm just going along for the ride .

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Example Sentences

When the program moved to TV, she went along.

From The Wall Street Journal

The best involve Tom working to persuade someone that it’s in their best interest to go along with the family’s wishes.

From Los Angeles Times

"Someone just asked me if I would run and I went along and I absolutely loved it," Pickersgill says.

From BBC

The three “kings” and their colleagues made it all up as they went along.

From The Wall Street Journal

They saw Ayton at his efficient best, shooting three for five from the field for seven points to go along with eight rebounds and three assists.

From Los Angeles Times