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go along with

B1 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words

To say yes to someone's idea and cooperate with them, even if you're not 100% sure about it.

Literal meaning: To travel along with someone — the meaning of cooperation/agreement is an extension.

Meanings

1 B1 neutral

To accept or agree with a plan, idea, or suggestion, often without full enthusiasm.

"I didn't love the idea, but I went along with it to keep the peace."

Grammar: inseparable
2 B1 neutral

To cooperate or comply with a person or their wishes.

"The new employee went along with her manager's unconventional methods without complaint."

Grammar: inseparable
3 B2 idiomatic neutral

To accept something as true or valid, even if sceptical (e.g. a story or excuse).

"The officer didn't believe his alibi, but went along with it while the investigation continued."

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

Very common in everyday English. Often implies passive agreement rather than enthusiastic endorsement. 'I'll just go along with it' suggests reluctant cooperation. Used in social, political, and business contexts.

Commonly used with

plan idea decision story joke proposal

Forms

Base
go along with
I/you/we/they
3rd person
goes along with
he/she/it
Past simple
went along with
yesterday
Past participle
gone along with
have + pp
-ing form
going along with
continuous

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