The Grammar Guide Spelling Should I use "alongside" or "along side"?

Should I use "alongside" or "along side"?

Should I use "alongside" or "along side"?

Alongside is the correct usage. Along side is never correct.

Alongside is an adverb meaning 'beside' or 'by the side of'.

Examples of alongside in a sentence

Slice the steaks and serve alongside the white bean mash.
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Season with salt and pepper and serve alongside the mushrooms and the center circles for dipping.
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Serve warm, alongside good butter cookies or shortbread.
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Drizzle the dressing on the fennel and orange slices and serve alongside the fish.
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