tags along
/tæɡz əˈlɔŋ/
VERB
1. To accompany someone
To go somewhere with another person, often without being specifically invited or without being the main participant.
1.1. Joining someone on an outing
Going with another person to a place or event, usually informally and sometimes without a specific invitation.
Synonyms
- comes along
- accompanies
- joins
- follows
- goes along
- comes with
Antonyms
- stays behind
- goes separately
Examples
- Sarah's younger brother often tags along with her to the park.
- Jake usually tags along with his friends to the movies on weekends.
Related Words
1.2. Following someone closely
Following or staying near another person as they move from place to place, sometimes without being wanted or expected.
Synonyms
- tails
- shadows
- trails
- follows
- sticks with
Antonyms
- avoids
- keeps away from
Examples
- The neighbor's cat often tags along during outdoor gatherings.
- The little boy tagged along behind his older sister throughout the afternoon.