tagging along 1 of 2

noun

Definition of tagging alongnext
as in tracking

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tagging along

2 of 2

verb

present participle of tag along
as in hanging (around)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tagging along
  1. tracking
  2. tracing
  3. tailing
  4. pursuit
  5. following
  6. chase
Noun
  • SpaceX has implemented several measures to mitigate space debris risks with its Starlink satellites, including designing the spacecraft to autonomously avoid collisions using onboard propulsion and tracking data.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
  • In addition, publicly available ADS-B flight tracking data shows that the Azerbaijani aircraft experienced GPS jamming throughout its flight over southwest Russia, the alert said.
    Nailia Bagirova, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of tracking
Noun
  • By using sophisticated tracing software, investigators were able to piece together his digital trail and identify patterns, wallets, and transaction records even across mixers and multiple hops.
    Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Owners of herds where cattle have tested positive for the bird flu virus will also have to provide epidemiological information that allows for contact tracing and disease surveillance.
    Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of tracing
Noun
  • The rest, plus any leakage that may get through a tailings pile’s liner, has the potential to pollute groundwater.
    Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Environmental advocates argue that the risks posed by the project's tailings dams could have dire consequences for the Great Lakes ecosystem and residents living downhill.
    Jason Fields, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of tailing
Noun
  • Such admiration undoubtedly stems from his parents, who openly encourage each other’s creative pursuits.
    Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
  • But the pursuit for photos entangles the two in a homicide involving young celebutantes.
    Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of pursuit
Noun
  • Mangione, who has attracted attention on social media for his looks, has gained an online following, with accounts such as @HotforLuigi emerging on platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Despite fierce competition from giants like Amazon and Costco (COST), Walmart has maintained a strong consumer following.
    Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of following
Noun
  • James Burch, the deputy director of the Anti-Police Terror Project, expressed concerns over Newsom’s call to revert the police chase policy, referencing the high rates of bystander injuries that occur as a result of chases across the state.
    Anabel Sosa, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Georgia Tech, who knocked Miami out of the Playoff chase and took Georgia to eight overtimes, is a narrow favorite over their giant-killing brethren from Nashville.
    J.J. Bailey, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of chase
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