apart from

Definition of apart fromnext
as in except
not including apart from the saggy roof, the cottage is in pretty good shape

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Recent Examples of apart from This drawstring pair earned a spot on my wishlist because of its floral cutout detailing at the ankles, which sets it apart from standard breezy pants. Grace Scollo, InStyle, 17 July 2026 The Heat is also already starting to learn what sets Antetokounmpo apart from the rest following just a few initial conversations. Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026 In New York, where space is precious and rooms are more likely to be shared, teenagers sometimes turn up their décor to set their side apart from a sister’s bed, a mom’s desk, or even the family dining set. Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 16 July 2026 What sets this type apart from the classic green watermelon often found at fruit stands is this melon is known for its dark, thick rinds. Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado july 15, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for apart from
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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
  • 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
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  • Animated characters appear beside a child’s plate and prepare each course right in front of them before they’re served the actual dish.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
  • McConnell’s office also released a photo of the Kentucky senator smiling beside his wife, former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao.
    Zachary Folk, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
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  • But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.
    Kevin Grasha, Cincinnati.com, 2 June 2020
  • The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.
    Niharika Sharma, Quartz India, 31 May 2020
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  • But which directors other than Nolan have the skills and resources to pull off such a feat?
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 28 July 2026
  • Especially after a clunker of a season in 2025, superstar receiver Justin Jefferson won’t settle for anything other than maniacal attention to detail on and off the field.
    Alec Lewis, New York Times, 28 July 2026
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  • Unlike Cinque Terre's beaches, which are pebbly and tucked into tiny coves (except for Monterosso’s), the shoreline here is surprisingly sandy, with both private clubs and ample stretches of public beach.
    Jaclyn DeGiorgio, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026
  • All regions saw a sequential improvement in sales in the second quarter, except for Asia.
    Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 27 July 2026
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  • Normally, big job losses trigger massive searches for full-time jobs, but this crisis has been anything but normal.
    Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 1 June 2020
  • Despite the pleas for calm, the nation seemed anything but as a fitful week drew to a close.
    Robert Klemko, Washington Post, 30 May 2020

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“Apart from.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apart%20from. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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