1
as in processes
forward movement in time or place
tried to get down the hill quickly, but it was slow going with an injured foot
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2
as in departures
the act of leaving a place
was so absorbed in her TV show she didn't notice his comings or goings
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Noun
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The college football offseason is replete with daily news of potential roster departures and additions.—
Christopher Kamrani,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025 -
The Royals currently have potential bench spots available after the departures of Frazier, Garrett Hampson, Paul DeJong, Tommy Pham and Yuli Gurriel in free agency.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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His signature production style — the glistening synth chord progressions that doused early OF releases in a cartoon-like technicolor — arrived subdued beneath a moodier sonic register.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
17 Oct. 2024
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Currently, bill progressions have slowed or halted entirely following the conclusion of legislative sessions in most states.—
Trans Formations Project,
Them,
4 Oct. 2024
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The medal recognizes a broad spectrum of achievements ranging from public service and philanthropy to advancements in the arts, sciences, literature, and athletics.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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By embracing advancements such as AI and blockchain, organizations can enhance the effectiveness and transparency of their board activities.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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“Goings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goings. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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