Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

as-you-go-along

Phrase
/æz ju ɡo əˈlɔŋ/
Definition
A phrase that means to do something while you are progressing through a task or activity, often without a fixed plan and adapting as needed.
Examples
  • We can figure out the details as we go along.
  • Don’t worry too much about the plan; we’ll solve problems as we go along.
  • She prefers to learn the job as she goes along rather than follow a strict guideline.
Meaning
The expression implies a flexible approach to tasks, adjusting methods or decisions based on circumstances or experiences encountered during the process.
Synonyms
  • All along
  • In the process
  • Along the way
  • While proceeding