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