alongside
Americanadverb
preposition
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beside; by the side of.
The dog ran alongside me all the way.
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Informal. alongside of, compared with.
Alongside of his brother, he is no student at all.
preposition
adverb
Etymology
Origin of alongside
Example Sentences
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In metrology, the science of precision measurement, optical systems could one day serve as a universal reference standard, possibly working alongside or even replacing electronic systems.
From Science Daily
The deputy first minister for Northern Ireland virtually attended a briefing with senior UK government security advisers about the situation in the region, alongside the first ministers of Scotland and Wales on Saturday.
From BBC
The operation was carried out alongside Belgium's G7, Nordic and Baltic partners and in coordination with France, he added.
From Barron's
"We stand alongside everyone included in this campaign and we are reassured to see so many people come out in support of those who received abuse online."
From BBC
Dean also won best artist, best pop act and -- alongside Fender -- song of the year for their single "Rein Me In", topping the likes of British stars Raye, Lola Young and Calvin Harris.
From Barron's
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