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preposition

Definition of outsidenext
1
as in except
not including outside that one suggestion, I haven't heard any better ideas

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Relevance
2
as in beyond
out of the reach or sphere of it is always refreshing to be assigned a project at work that is outside one's usual range of responsibility

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outside

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adverb

as in out
in or into the open air go outside and smoke, if you must

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outside

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adjective

1
as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out slower moving vehicles should keep to the outside lane

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2
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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3
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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outside

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noun

ˌau̇t-ˈsīd How to pronounce outside (audio)
1
as in exterior
an outer part or layer painted the outside of the house

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2
as in maximum
the greatest amount, number, or part there were 300 people at the outside who attended the softball game

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3
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
Preposition
The incident appears to have sparked widespread alarm inside and outside the labs, which want the government to step in. — Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 29 July 2026 No one outside China knows how exactly the country has managed to meet its energy needs while forgoing imports, nor why its leaders chose this course. — Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026
Adverb
As temperatures in Phoenix soared to 117 degrees Fahrenheit, or 47 degrees Celsius, in July 2026, children living there headed outside to walk to and from school, play during recess and suit up for baseball practice. — The Conversation, Fortune, 27 July 2026 The ground floor is the busiest, functioning almost like an extension of the city streets outside. — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Adjective
Like Wednesday, Sneed left the field before team periods, with Delane and Williams as the top outside cornerbacks the rest of the way. — Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026 But a deluge of outside spending in the closing weeks of the primary campaign has switched up the race. — Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 30 July 2026
Noun
Brushed inside with a textured outside, these relaxed joggers and matching sweatshirt are breathable yet provide a bit of warmth in the best way. — Morgan Sullivan, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026 Vinicius Junior — Brazil/Real Madrid (-3) Almost scored one of the great World Cup goals against Japan with a nutmeg, jinking run and outside-of-the-boot poke that Zion Suzuki tipped onto the post. — Liam Twomey, New York Times, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for outside
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outside
  1. except
  2. beyond
  3. out
  4. outer
  5. off
  6. most
  7. exterior
  8. maximum
Preposition
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of except
Preposition
  • He is caught in a cycle of being unable to keep a job while trying to maintain a lifestyle far beyond his means.
    — Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 27 July 2026
  • Miners, traditionally passive validators, could become active payment facilitators, securing new revenue beyond block rewards.
    — Sean Lee, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of beyond
Adverb
  • The team also signed veteran Christian Kirk, who has been out since the opening training camp practice with a calf injury, and used the 33rd pick in the NFL draft on Ole Miss receiver De’Zhaun Stribling.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
  • More than a decade later, whoever was responsible for cutting Darius’s life short is still out there.
    — Maveah Griffith, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
Definition of out
Adjective
  • Those outer leaves have the most contact with soil, handling and other surfaces.
    — Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 21 July 2026
  • The Port of Helsinki lists tram 6 as the public transit connection from the district, although passengers at the outer cruise berths should expect a 20 minute walk before reaching the stop.
    — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of outer
Adjective
  • Friday’s game began a 13-game run without an off day for the Rangers.
    — Cal Phillips Updated July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 July 2026
  • Keep refrigerated foods cold, store leftovers promptly and always check for signs of spoilage such as an off smell, mold or changes in texture.
    — LeeAnn Weintraub, Oc Register, 25 July 2026
Definition of off
Adjective
  • Ulf wants what most men want, especially middle-aged single men with lots of friends at pubs.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • The Second District At-Large area starts at the western border of Jackson County and includes most of Kansas City, along with parts of Raytown.
    — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
Definition of most
Noun
  • In your periphery to the left, a spacewalker traverses the exterior of the station.
    — Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 26 July 2026
  • While the exterior remains camouflaged, the interior reveals a spacious four-seater with ample luggage capacity and a 97-liter frunk.
    — James Morris, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of exterior
Noun
  • Shares tumbled Thursday following the announcement that the company's 2026 capex would increase its potential maximum to $205 billion from $190 billion .
    — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 27 July 2026
  • Como said under-12 players would be taught heading technique once a month, again with a light rubber ball, with a maximum of five headers in a session.
    — Leon Imber, New York Times, 26 July 2026
Definition of maximum

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