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tag along

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tag along (after someone)

 and tag along (behind someone)

to follow along after someone; to go along with someone. The family dog tagged along after the children wherever they went. Can I tag along? Do you mind if I tag along behind you?

See also: tag

tag along (with somebody/something)

to follow or go with a person or group when you were not invited Do you mind if I tag along? I'd like to see the show at the museum too. We don't want any kids to tag along with us today.

See also: tag

tag along

v.

To follow after; accompany: If you're going to the mall, do you mind if I tag along? My sister tagged along with me to the beach.

See also: tag