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

Amorim's appointment was viewed as a progressive move - the club bringing in someone who would work in a modern structure and develop as he went along.

From BBC

The studios gamely went along, ruining the lives of a number of their creative talent who refused to disavow their pasts.

From Salon

“One, two, three, four, five, six,” he said, counting as he went along.

From Los Angeles Times

When she questioned her manager, she was told: “You have to go along to get along.”

From The Wall Street Journal

People go along to the carol service in nearby Llandaff Cathedral and enjoy their meal afterwards.

From BBC