TAGS ALONG Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

tags along

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present tense third-person singular of tag along

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McDonnell, who focuses on predatory fish and impacts from climate change and fishing, typically tags fish with sensors for studies.

— Jenny Staletovich, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Gerth gets notified every time a neighbor tags her on Facebook.

— Noel Brennan, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026

Definition of tags

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Lilting piano follows her through the darkness of the castle’s chambers.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
L'Opéra follows a similar arc—restaurant first, festivities later—while Pablo Saint-Tropez on Place des Lices leans into a more unapologetic disco energy, with a 1970s playlist, mirror balls, and a crowd that reliably knows how to use a dance floor.

— Karli Poliziani, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026

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Eder believed that American flags should be made in America, a philosophy that still guides the company today.

— Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 26 June 2026
For a truly memorable half day on the island, book a session at Forge a Memory, where a blacksmith guides you through making your own knife.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 June 2026

Definition of guides

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Camp Meeker Cabin stands as a thoughtful retreat that brings mountain living back to its essentials.

— Bridget Borgobello July 03, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
Air conditioning will be keeping millions of Americans safe and comfortable over the holiday weekend as a heat dome brings dangerous conditions to millions.

— Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of brings

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There's also an optional co-op mode, which allows two players to split the controls of the Arwing starfighter and other vehicles; one person pilots them while the other shoots at enemies.

— Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Benji gives in to whatever Jake wants, desperate not to rock the boat, while Jake frequently pilots their relationship, taking control without giving much thought to Benji and his desires.

— David Opie, IndieWire, 4 May 2026

Definition of pilots

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Their searching leads them to countless people, from journalists to police officials to a growing team of internet sleuths, who are compassionate and generous with their time.

— Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Also on hand was Formula 1 racer Kimi Antonelli, who leads the drivers' standings despite a disappointing result in Sunday's British Grand Prix.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026

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