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going

[ˈɡoʊɪŋ]

going Definition

  • 1the act of leaving or departing from a place
  • 2the condition of moving or traveling
  • 3the current state or situation of something

Using going: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "going" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm going to the store.

  • Example

    The train is going to New York.

  • Example

    How's it going?

  • Example

    The company's financials are not going well.

  • Example

    The project is going smoothly.

going Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using going

  • to start moving or doing something

    Example

    We need to get going if we want to make it to the movie on time.

  • to maintain or continue something

    Example

    The volunteers worked hard to keep the festival going despite the rain.

  • having a promising future or potential for success

    Example

    With her talent and drive, she's definitely going places.

Phrases with going

  • a business that is operating and generating revenue, and is expected to continue doing so in the foreseeable future

    Example

    The auditor's report stated that the company is a going concern.

  • the usual or typical price for something

    Example

    The going rate for a used car of that model is around $10,000.

  • going out of business

    the process of closing down a business permanently

    Example

    The store is going out of business and everything is on sale.

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Summary: going in Brief

The term 'going' [ˈɡoʊɪŋ] refers to the act of leaving or departing from a place, the condition of moving or traveling, or the current state or situation of something. It can be used in phrases like 'going concern,' which refers to a business that is operating and generating revenue, and idioms like 'get going,' meaning to start moving or doing something. 'Going' also has informal uses, such as in 'How's it going?'