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as in except
not including
outside that one suggestion, I haven't heard any better ideas
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as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out
slower moving vehicles should keep to the outside lane
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as in off
small in degree
though they haven't been playing at their best, they still have an outside chance of making it into the championship series
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as in most
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
the outside cost for repairing the item will be a thousand dollars
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as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
on the outside, he was the self-assured star athlete
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Recent Examples of outside
Ars Technica, 13 Mar. 2025
Counties outside Dallas and Houston — Kaufman, Liberty and Montgomery — placed second, sixth and seventh, respectively, for percent growth in population from July 2023 to July 2024.
—Megan Stringer, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
Danica Kirka, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, the defense again played its role, denying the easy inside baskets and forcing the Eagles to shoot from outside, which was not their strength.
—Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2025
Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
But even if the Heat tenders such a qualifying offer to retain the right of first refusal in restricted free agency, the Heat’s long-term payroll perspective could lead to declining to match an outside multi-year offer sheet.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2025
Jordan Bianchi, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
Its founder, Luis Fernando Figari, had earlier been found to have sodomized recruits along with accusations of serious financial mismanagement, according to a 2017 outside investigation ordered by Sodalitium.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN, 21 Jan. 2025
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Preposition
What are the conditions for life outside the Solar System?
—Ars Technica, 13 Mar. 2025
Counties outside Dallas and Houston — Kaufman, Liberty and Montgomery — placed second, sixth and seventh, respectively, for percent growth in population from July 2023 to July 2024.
—Megan Stringer, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
Adverb
People who became too animated were asked to step outside.
—Danica Kirka, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, the defense again played its role, denying the easy inside baskets and forcing the Eagles to shoot from outside, which was not their strength.
—Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
In addition to working with outside artists, Tommy Bahama employs an in-house art department and team of creatives to develop original artwork for its sportswear, accessories and home collections.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
But even if the Heat tenders such a qualifying offer to retain the right of first refusal in restricted free agency, the Heat’s long-term payroll perspective could lead to declining to match an outside multi-year offer sheet.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
The decisive moment came on the final lap when second-place Ty Dillon attempted to pass Wallace, but Dillon misjudged the closing rate of AJ Allmendinger to his outside and clipped Allmendinger’s car, sending Dillon into the wall.
—Jordan Bianchi, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
Its founder, Luis Fernando Figari, had earlier been found to have sodomized recruits along with accusations of serious financial mismanagement, according to a 2017 outside investigation ordered by Sodalitium.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outside
Preposition
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At Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort, face masks are required in public areas, except when dining or swimming, capacity of public areas will be limited, and housekeeping and public area attendants will increase their cleaning procedures.—
Elizabeth Rhodes,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2020
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The city advised all residents to stay inside except those going to and from work and anyone seeking or giving emergency care, according to Mayor Eric Garcetti's official Twitter account.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
1 June 2020
Preposition
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This initiative would expand the California Film Commission’s mandate beyond tax credits.—
Adam Bhala Lough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Mar. 2025
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In that mode, judges and lawyers abandon legal sobriety and bend the law beyond its recognizable contours in order to thwart Trump.—
The Editors,
National Review,
19 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Outfielder Austin Slater is out two to three weeks with a left oblique strain suffered Monday.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2025
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Gilda Radner Is there anyone out there who doesn’t love Gilda Radner?—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The collapse may cause violent expulsion of the outer layers of the star, resulting in a shock wave and radiation burst.—
David Bressan,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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It’s served with a cream made from the outer layers of the artichoke and Taleggio fonduta.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Stewart’s on-field production left a lot to be desired last year, but his motor doesn’t have an off switch.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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Park officials later discovered the remains in the original search area using a human remains detection canine during an off-trail grid search.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This group wants the United States to follow the lead of the EU, UK, most of Canada, Australia, and Zimbabwe in recommending that all patients undergo DPYD testing before they are given 5-FU.—
Ellen Matloff,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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The Celtics nearly let go of their lead by allowing 11 points over the final 1:26, but Payton Pritchard, who established an NBA record for most 3-pointers off the bench in a single season, sank several key free throws to hold on.—
Jay King,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The exterior features a lightweight mesh lining that’s cooling and breathable, while cushioning within the insole improves the alignment of your feet to help eliminate soreness and discomfort.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2025
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The second floor can be accessed using the exterior staircase.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In the Arctic, where sea ice is nearing its seasonal maximum, the ice extent was its lowest on record for the third month in a row.—
Andrew Freedman,
Axios,
6 Mar. 2025
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According to Wendy Luo, a representative of Generic, the unit can be built to a minimum of 400 square feet or a maximum of 800 square feet.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Outside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outside. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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