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going

[goh-ing] / ˈgoʊ ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
active
Synonyms
STRONG
bustling flowing functioning impelling mobile movable moving operating operative progressive pushing rapid rolling running rushing rust
WEAK
alive astir at work effective efficacious exertive hasty in force in play in process restless
Antonyms
STRONG
fixed immobile permanent stationary unmovable
NOUN
departure
Synonyms
STRONG
abandonment adieu decampment desertion egress egression embarkation emigration escape evacuation exit exodus expatriation farewell flight getaway goodbye hegira migration parting passage powder
WEAK
bow out congé going away quittin
Antonyms
STRONG
arrival arriving entrance greeting hello staying

Example Sentences

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“If expectations are going to increase and there is a risk of de-anchoring, there might be a need to intervene,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Strategic trading is going to become a key part of Newcastle's model as the club look to boost revenues to reinvest in the squad while still complying with financial rules.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

After a successful trip around the Moon, everything has been going smoothly on the Orion spacecraft’s journey back to Earth – except for the $23 million toilet, which has gotten clogged.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

This would often include going into harsh, confined and sparse habitats across the globe - including in Sardinian caves, the planes of Antartica or even in the sea near Florida.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

“Be right back. I’m going to say hi. Then we’ll figure out food.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith