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
Preezy Brown, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026
The skeletons were discovered in seemingly random positions, both on top of and beside one another, and all but one were found headless.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 9 June 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
Among the songs listed — all of them untitled and solely distinguished by numbers and features — is one labeled as the sixth track on the album, which has Eminem and Jay-Z’s names handwritten beside it.
—Preezy Brown, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026
The skeletons were discovered in seemingly random positions, both on top of and beside one another, and all but one were found headless.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 9 June 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 backstory Playa Cativo is one of the only hotels along this quiet stretch of coast—and by far the most luxurious (the only other lodge nearby is a hostel popular with backpackers).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Another fire also was burning nearby, in the 600 block of North Sherwood Street.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
12 June 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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Tilling soil at the same depth every year can cause the soil beneath to become compacted.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
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The result is a 4,500-sq-ft (418-sq-m) dwelling that appears to float above the landscape, allowing the terrain and water to flow uninterrupted beneath.—
Stefan Ionescu
May 20,
New Atlas,
20 May 2026
Adverb
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The actor David Merten, from the recent, Michael Urie-starring, gay version of Richard II, manages to both show off his arms and keep cool by wearing a pleated vest with no shirt underneath.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
7 June 2026
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Then, click the small bell underneath to receive alerts for new, related listings.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
Adverb
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Once done, the plan would rely on near-constant tracking for long-range missiles to be targeted and launched.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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The city has a perfect score (100/100) for safety and a near-perfect score (99/100) for housing and cost of living.—
Dobrina Zhekova,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
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“Beside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beside. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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