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British pronunciation/ɡˈə‌ʊ/
American pronunciation/ˈɡoʊ/

Definition & Meaning of "go"

to go
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to travel or move from one location to another

Intransitive: to go somewhere
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He went into the kitchen to prepare dinner for the family.
They have to go to New York for a crucial meeting with clients.
1.1

to stretch out, lead, or extend toward a specific direction or place

Intransitive: to go somewhere | to go to a direction | to go some distance
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Where does this hiking trail go?
The property line goes right up to the edge of the neighboring field.
1.2

to move over a particular distance

Intransitive: to go some distance
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The family planned to go several hundred miles to reach their vacation destination.
The hikers went several miles before reaching the summit of the mountain.
1.3

to move or travel in order to do something specific

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Go buy some groceries from the store.
He needs to go pick up his sister from the airport.
1.4

to attend or visit somewhere with a specific purpose in mind

Intransitive: to go somewhere
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Let's go to the bank and deposit the check.
They decided to go to the theater this Sunday.
1.5

to view a specific page or website

Linking Verb: to go to a website or section of book | to go on a platform
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I usually go on Instagram to share updates with my friends.
If you're interested in the recipe, go to page 56 in the cookbook.
1.6

to be passed or sent to a particular person or place

Transitive: to go to a person or destination
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Make sure this memo goes to all managers in the department.
The email went to every employee in the company.
02

(of a device or machine) to work as expected

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This old clock does n't go anymore; it needs to be repaired.
The car would n't start, and I could n't get it to go, no matter what I tried.
2.1

to lose functionality, strength, or effectiveness, often due to prolonged use or age

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My old phone is starting to go.
The engine in the lawnmower went, and now it wo n't start.
2.2

to contribute evidence, support, or confirmation to a statement or idea

Transitive: to go to do sth
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The data and experiments all go to validate the scientist's hypothesis.
The positive feedback from participants goes to reinforce the effectiveness of the program. "
03

to leave or depart from somewhere

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We should go now if we want to catch the early train.
They decided to go after the last song of the concert.
3.1

to leave somewhere in order to do a specific thing

Intransitive: to go on sth
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My parents have gone on a trip to visit my grandparents in another state.
Sarah requested some time off from her job, so she's gone on holiday to Bali for two weeks.
3.2

(of time) to pass

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Has n't the time gone quickly since we started the project?
Half an hour went past while we were engrossed in the conversation.
3.3

to leave an organization or a job

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After the restructuring, some employees may be asked to go as part of the downsizing process.
Despite the challenges, he chose to go and explore opportunities in a different industry.
04

to end or stop existing

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The once-thriving industry has gone, leaving behind only remnants of its past.
Did the feeling of unease go after you talked to him?
4.1

to no longer be alive

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Sadly, our beloved pet dog has gone, leaving a void in our hearts.
After a long illness, she peacefully went in her sleep.
4.2

to be stolen or lost

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I left my bag on the beach, and when I returned, it had gone.
The wallet was on the table, but it 's gone now; someone must have taken it.
05

(of money) to be spent or used for something

Intransitive: to go | to go on an expense | to go to a purpose
Transitive: to go to do sth
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Tracking expenses can be challenging; I do n't know where the money goes every month.
Nearly all of my salary goes on the rent, leaving little for other expenses.
5.1

to offer to pay or accept a specific amount of money for something

Intransitive: to go to an amount of money | to go as ... as an amount of money
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I'll go to $1,000, but that's my limit for bidding on the artwork.
During the auction, I 'll go as high as $ 100, but not over that amount for the rare collectible.
06

to have a proper or usual place

Intransitive: to go somewhere
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Where should the new sculpture go in the garden?
The dishes typically go on the bottom shelf of the kitchen cabinet.
6.1

to fit into a specific place or space because there is enough room

Intransitive: to go somewhere
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My shoes wo n't go in this small bag; I need a bigger one.
The chair does n't go under the table; it's too tall.
07

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun

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The decision to increase wages will go into effect to benefit the workers.
During the festival, people from all around town come to go dancing in the streets.
7.1

to progress in a particular way

Intransitive: to go in a specific manner
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Despite the initial setbacks, the project is going smoothly now.
The negotiations are going positively, and an agreement is within reach.
7.2

to change into a specific state, particularly one that is not desirable

Linking Verb: to go [adj]
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The milk went sour after being left out too long.
As the argument escalated, his face started to go red with anger.
08

to produce a specific sound

Intransitive
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As the tire burst, it went bang, startling everyone nearby.
The bell went, marking the end of the school day, and students rushed to pack their bags.
8.1

to make a certain sound as a warning or signal

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In the fire drill, the alarm will go to simulate an emergency situation.
The referee 's whistle went, bringing an end to the intense soccer match.
09

(of a song, poem, verse, etc.) to consist of a specific content or wording

Intransitive: to go in a specific manner
Transitive: to go that
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Can you remind me how the chorus of that song goes?
I 've got the first part of the poem memorized, but I forget how the next stanza goes.
9.1

to say, especially used when one is orally narrating something

Transitive: to go a quote
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I inquired about his plans, and he goes, ' I'm thinking of taking a road trip.'
Confused about the instructions, I go, ' Could you explain that again?'
10

to start doing something

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As soon as the signal is given, we're ready to go with the presentation.
The chef ensured all the ingredients were prepped, and now we 're ready to go with cooking the meal.
10.1

to use one's turn in a game

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It's your turn to go in the chess game; make your move.
The player carefully considers their options before deciding which card to play when it 's their turn to go.
11

to use a toilet, especially to discharge waste from one's body

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After a long road trip, everyone was eager to find a place to go.
Excuse me, I 'll be right back — I have to go.
12

to discard or remove something or someone, often because it is no longer needed or wanted

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The old couch has to go; it's taking up too much space.
Unused items in the garage will have to go to make space for the new tools.
13

to able to be obtained or used

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There just are n't any apartments going in that neighborhood right now.
Are there any tickets going for the concert this weekend?
14

to travel or move in a specific manner or direction

Intransitive: to go in a specific manner
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The train was going too slowly, causing delays for the passengers.
She was going in the wrong direction and had to turn around.
15

(of a sense or mental ability) to become weaker over time, often due to age or other factors

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As a musician, he 's concerned that his perfect pitch is going as he gets older.
After the accident, his sense of balance started to go, affecting his coordination.
16

to complement each other when combined or placed together, especially in terms of colors, styles, or elements

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The artwork and the wall color go beautifully, enhancing the room's ambiance.
The contrasting textures of the fabric and the leather go surprisingly well.
17

to perform a specific movement, often with a part of the body

Intransitive: to go in a specific manner
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During the yoga class, participants go like this with their bodies to stretch their muscles.
She went like this with her shoulders.
18

to be sold or offered for sale

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The vintage furniture is expected to go quickly at the estate sale.
We've set a minimum price, and the car wo n't go for less than $10,000.
19

(with reference to contests, elections, decisions, etc.) to result in a certain way

Intransitive: to go in a specific manner
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After a close competition, the championship went to the underdog team.
The vote went overwhelmingly in support of the new policy.
20

to be or live in a particular state or condition

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Despite the chilly weather, he prefers to go jacketless in the spring.
In times of crisis, communities often come together to ensure no one goes hungry.
21

to spend a specific duration of time in a particular manner or condition

Transitive: to go doing sth sometime
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She went for a month studying wildlife in the Amazon rainforest.
We went through the entire weekend organizing the garage.
22

to break or collapse under pressure or force

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The old bridge is in a fragile state, and experts fear it could go with the next heavy storm.
The pressure on the dam is increasing, raising concerns that it might go if not reinforced soon.
23

to actively involve oneself in something

Transitive: to go doing sth
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Do n't go spreading rumors about her personal life.
She went sharing the exciting news with her friends.
24

to have a specific weight

Linking Verb: to go a specific weight
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This suitcase goes about 20 kilograms with all my clothes.
The watermelon goes 15 pounds; it's a hefty one!
25

to place a bet or wager on a particular outcome

Transitive: to go an amount of money on sth
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He decided to go $ 20 on the horse with the highest odds.
The group decided to go $ 5 each on the office pool for the Super Bowl.
26

to endure a challenging or unpleasant situation

Transitive: to go an unpleasant situation
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The team could n't go the pressure of the final moments in the game.
He could n't go the stress of the demanding job and decided to resign.
27

to be able to afford something

Transitive: to go an expense
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I ca n't go the price of that luxury car; it's way beyond my budget.
The family struggled to go the cost of the medical treatment without insurance.
28

to desire or enjoy a particular item or activity

Transitive: to go sth
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After the hike, I could go a refreshing glass of lemonade.
It 's a hot day; I could go an ice cream cone right now.
29

to participate in outdoor activities

Transitive: to go doing sth
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We go running in the park every morning.
Let's go swimming in the lake later today.
01

an ancient two-player strategy board game that originated in China over 2,500 years ago

What is "Go"?

Go is a two-player strategy board game that originated in ancient China and is played on a square grid, usually 19x19, although smaller boards like 9x9 or 13x13 can also be used. Players take turns placing black or white stones on the intersections of the grid. The objective is to claim more territory than the opponent by surrounding empty areas of the board and capturing the opponent's stones by completely enclosing them. The game ends when both players agree that no more moves can improve their positions, and the player with the most territory, including captured stones, wins. Go is known for its simple rules but deep strategic complexity.

02

an attempt in doing something

03

a turn to perform an action in a game or activity

01

functioning correctly and ready for action

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