going. a memoir detailing the ups and downs of his career, “When the Going Was Good.”

 At 75, Mr. Carter has published a memoir detailing the ups and downs of his career, “When the Going Was Good.”

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going

/ˈɡəʊɪŋ/

noun

1. 1.

   an act of leaving a place; a departure.

   "don't lose track of your child's comings and goings"
2. 2.

   the condition of the ground viewed in terms of suitability for horse racing, riding, or walking.

   "the going was ideal here, with short turf and a level surface"

adjective

1. 1.

   British

   existing or available; to be had.

   "he asked if there were any other jobs going"
2. 2.

   (of a price) accepted or usual at the current time.

   "people willing to work for the going rate"