alongside

Alongside refers to being in a position next to something. (adverb)

Walking adjacent to someone is an example of walking alongside.

Alongside refers to being near something. (preposition)

Docking a boat close to the shore is an example of docking alongside the shore.

See alongside in Webster's New World College Dictionary

See alongside in American Heritage Dictionary 4

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