move along
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To continue without being distracted; to keep going.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The soldiers were unmoved but the policeman immediately placed himself between Jimmy and the entrance. 'Good morning, madam. No loitering please. Now move along.'
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To proceed; to make or signify progress.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To go on to something else.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “move along” mean?
To continue without being distracted; to keep going.
Is “move along” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.