1
as in besides
in addition to
I'll need one more helper beside all of you
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2
as in except
not including
I need four books beside this one
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Recent Examples of beside
Aarón Ibarra, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
As Kaedi Cecala stood beside her husband, Mikey Cecala, the couple exchanged vows surrounded by family and friends gathered to celebrate their wedding.
—Shafiq Najib, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Clayton Davis, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Finding a seat means, quickly, eyeing your compatriots, and choosing who to dine beside.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2025
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Preposition
Search for the missing In the community of El Verde, Marisela Carrizales stood beside banners bearing the photographs of missing people.
—Aarón Ibarra, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
As Kaedi Cecala stood beside her husband, Mikey Cecala, the couple exchanged vows surrounded by family and friends gathered to celebrate their wedding.
—Shafiq Najib, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Adverb
Paul is one of the most caring, strong people to work beside.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Finding a seat means, quickly, eyeing your compatriots, and choosing who to dine beside.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beside
Preposition
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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
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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
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
Adverb
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The ever-popular Joshua Tree Coffee Company is nearby as well, alongside a cluster of vintage shops and art spaces.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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While investigating the shooting, deputies arrested a suspect in a carjacking that took place nearby, according to the Sheriff’s Department.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
Preposition
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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
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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
Adverb
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Less noticeable are the two wavy lines that lie beneath, representing its rivers and Adriatic coast.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Your teeth sink into the chewy rice noodles, then shatter the crisp cruller beneath.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Here’s hoping that their coming together will push these depictions further and reveal some more of what’s underneath.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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During routine inspection and maintenance, Austin Parks and Recreation and Austin Watershed Protection staff determined that a portion of the original 1940s bypass — an infrastructure feature designed to manage Barton Creek flow — is now unsupported underneath and potentially unstable.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Exploring different lunar regions with the Artemis program could provide a more complete portrait of the landscape and its composition, and uncover clues on why the moon’s near and far sides differ, how much water the moon contains and how the silvery orb has evolved over time.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Despite being a quick walk from downtown Palm Springs, the Historic Tennis Club is snoozy and near-silent—perfect for unwinding after a busy day.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Beside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beside. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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