PROCEEDING (ALONG) Synonyms: 23 Similar Words

proceeding (along)

verb

Definition of proceeding (along)

present participle of proceed (along)

as in crossing

to make one's way through, across, or over the hikers proceeded along the ridge for several hundred feet

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In the days since, passage in the Strait has slowed considerably, with only 25 ships crossing on Wednesday, according to Kpler data.

— Elise Spenner, ABC News, 9 July 2026
Some trucks crossing the border have had to wait anything from a few hours to several days in the wake of the war, the people said, adding that those delays have worsened in the past month.

— Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of crossing

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Two men are in custody in Oak Grove following a standoff at an area residence, where one man was found on the roof.

— Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is set to host semifinal games following the 2028 and 2031 regular seasons, and quarterfinal games following the 2029 and 2030 regular seasons.

— Mike Griffith, AJC.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of following

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While navigating the mixed zone, where player interviews are held following a World Cup match as they’re headed to the team bus, Rice had a Royals cap on his head while chatting with reporters.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026
Erivo plays a British defense barrister who exudes enviable brilliance in navigating the ruthless and gladiatorial London courtrooms.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 7 July 2026

Definition of navigating

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Production runs from a Los Angeles home base plus two traveling studios that move to the best matches each day, borrowing the fanfest grammar of Big Noon Kickoff.

— Maureen Kerr, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
For those traveling in first class, the Coast Starlight offers a full dining car experience, with meals included throughout the journey.

— Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026

Definition of traveling

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