Synonyms of go
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as in to proceed 
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as in to move
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as in to suffice
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as in to correspond
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as in to lead
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as in to become
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as in to collapse
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as in to belong
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as in to fade
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as in to follow
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as in to vary
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as in to put
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as in to intend
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as in to stop
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as in to afford
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as in to stand
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as in to die
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as in to succeed
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as in ready
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as in trend
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as in energy
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as in try
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as in to proceed
to move forward along a course
everything is going according to our plans
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as in to move
to leave a place often for another
will go on vacation at the end of the year decided it would be better to go before she got any angrier
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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
your account of how the fire started doesn't go with what she said
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as in to become
to eventually have as a state or quality
she goes crazy on the dance floor when they start playing 1980s pop the room went dark
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as in to collapse
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
watched the building go after the demolition crew detonated the charges
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as in to fade
to lose bodily strength or vigor
when you get old, your eyesight starts to go
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as in to follow
to make one's way through, across, or over
I went the length of the street before finding an empty parking space
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as in to put
to risk (something) on the outcome of an uncertain event
to play in this game of poker, you have to be willing to go at least five dollars per round
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as in to intend
chiefly Southern & Midland
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I didn't go to fire the gun—it just went off
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as in to stop
to come to an end
we were having so much fun that the evening just came and went
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as in to stand
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I can't go the smell of that rotting food for one more minute
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as in to die
to stop living
her grandmother went peacefully last night
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as in to succeed
to turn out as planned or desired
we tried very hard to get the food cooperative to go, but it never really worked out
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as in ready
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
all systems are go
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as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
snowboarding is all the go
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as in energy
active strength of body or mind
a healthy six-year-old full of go
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as in ambition
readiness to engage in daring or difficult activity
a young executive with the go to make this company grow
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Recent Examples of go
Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Woman 'Wins Halloween' With Olympic Inspired Costume of Raygun
By Shannon Power
Pop Culture & Entertainment Reporter
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An Olympian breakdancer who went viral during the recent summer games in Paris has settled a legal action with the producers of a musical about her, triggering online criticism.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Joey Knight, Dallas News, 14 Jan. 2023
This is my new go-spring treat for sunny afternoons and porch-chair traveling.
—Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Apr. 2021
Rachel Besser, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
Philadelphia has had a rough go of it thus far this season.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Gomez and Blanco went public with their romance in December 2023.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Woman 'Wins Halloween' With Olympic Inspired Costume of Raygun
By Shannon Power
Pop Culture & Entertainment Reporter
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An Olympian breakdancer who went viral during the recent summer games in Paris has settled a legal action with the producers of a musical about her, triggering online criticism.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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If the Cowboys opt for the poison preferred recently by Carolina, Evans — Tampa Bay’s career receiving yardage leader — could conduct a go-route clinic.
—Joey Knight, Dallas News, 14 Jan. 2023
This is my new go-spring treat for sunny afternoons and porch-chair traveling.
—Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Apr. 2021
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Plus, for touch-ups on the go or display on ones vanity, its uses are practically endless.
—Rachel Besser, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
Philadelphia has had a rough go of it thus far this season.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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What happens to Social Security and Medicare? Both retirement and disability benefits proceed without interruptions.Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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The bill will proceed to the U.S. House next before potentially heading to President Joe Biden’s desk.Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 18 Dec. 2024
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Zack Minasian has been moved up as his general manger–Zack’s older brother Perry is the GM of the Los Angeles Angels.Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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And the private sector is moving swiftly to meet growing demand for zero-carbon technologies and materials.Energy Innovation: Policy and Technology, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Sunglasses can suffice in light wind, but ski goggles provide protection for half your face, and make looking into high winds or riding on a zodiac much more comfortable.Will McGough, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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If your kitchen is used less often, monthly should suffice.Heather Bien, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
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Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of solutions for their local newspaper.USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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Its corresponding streaming gains are enough to push the song onto the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart at No. 16 via 3.7 million streams, a gain of 29%.Kevin Rutherford, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2024
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At one point, their HVAC unit broke, leading them to call in workers to fix it.Shania Russell, EW.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Classic Creative Suitcase Now for just $14, builders of all ages can let their imaginations lead their Lego experience with this 213-piece collection of classic bricks.Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Entirely made from hand, the bag has become one of the most coveted styles and is produced in limited quality.Renan Botelho, WWD, 31 Dec. 2024
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The Knicks’ tendency to play down to their competition has become a troubling theme.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 31 Dec. 2024
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Earlier this week, a portion of the Santa Cruz pier collapsed amid a high surf warning.David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
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As a series of winter storms slammed California’s coast with powerful rip currents and towering waves, part of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed on Monday, plunging two contractors and a city employee into the water.Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024
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Titles like Ridge Racer Sega Rally or even Crazy Taxi now belong more in the industry's nostalgic memories than its present top-sellers.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
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Leaders who prioritize strong, positive connections with their teams create a sense of belonging and trust.Gena Cox, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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