Phrase guide

move along

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To continue without being distracted; to keep going.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To proceed; to make or signify progress.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: broadly, figuratively

Examples

  • the construction project is moving along

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To go on to something else.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: broadly, figuratively

Examples

  • the committee moved along to the next item on the agenda

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: transitar — to continue without being distracted; to keep going
  • Spanish: circular — to continue without being distracted; to keep going
  • Spanish: andar — to proceed; to make or signify progress