rip along
B2 informal inseparable intransitive
In simple words
To go very fast, or for something to happen quickly and with a lot of energy.
Literal meaning: To rip (tear) along a path — moving so fast it feels like tearing through space.
Meanings
1 B2
idiomatic
informal
To move very quickly and powerfully along a road or route.
"The motorbike ripped along the coastal road doing well over 100 mph."
Grammar: inseparable
2 B2
idiomatic
informal
To progress rapidly and with great energy, especially of a story, project, or activity.
"Once the main conflict was established, the plot really ripped along."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Often used for vehicles, stories, or projects that are progressing with impressive speed and momentum. Conveys enthusiasm or excitement about the pace.
Commonly used with
motorway track narrative plot project road
Forms
Base
rip along
I/you/we/they
3rd person
rips along
he/she/it
Past simple
riped along
yesterday
Past participle
riped along
have + pp
-ing form
riping along
continuous
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