beyond 1 of 3

preposition

Definition of beyondnext
1
as in past
on or to the farther side of the arrow flew beyond the fence and into the woods

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2
as in outside
out of the reach or sphere of although the town has ordinances against public drunkenness, any degree of intoxication under your own roof is beyond their authority

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3
as in beside
in addition to beyond the asking price of the house, there's also the cost of fixing up this "handyman's dream"

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beyond

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adverb

bē-ˈänd How to pronounce beyond (audio)
as in farther
at or to a greater distance or more advanced point the dream that someday we will journey to the outer reaches of our solar system and beyond

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beyond

3 of 3

noun

as in immortality
unending existence after death who knows how we'll fare in the beyond?

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Recent Examples of beyond
Preposition
Just beyond the park’s boundary, however, lies a quieter alternative. — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 As a school counselor, my mom needs a spacious, durable bag that will last beyond the fall semester. — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 19 July 2026
Adverb
However this levity continues to jar with Niki’s immaturity, in that scene and beyond; even so, her juvenile lack of perspective is dramatically compelling. — Elena Lazic, Variety, 11 July 2026 Twenty-two vendors from the barbecue belt and beyond will serve up smoky treats. — Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Noun
Whether that future arrives at 350 mph or beyond will be decided on the Salt Flats later this year. — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 16 June 2026 Meanwhile, leaders from Charlotte to York County and beyond are actively considering data center moratoriums. — Charlotte Observer, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for beyond
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beyond
  1. past
  2. outside
  3. beside
  4. farther
  5. immortality
  6. over
  7. without
  8. besides
Preposition
  • The exhibit starts past the old castle-like entrance to the water park, where staff check identification.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 19 July 2026
  • Her first goal came off a feed from Kimmi Ascanio; Byars flicked the deft cross into the back of the net, just past Current goalkeeper Marisa Jordan.
    — The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026
Definition of past
Preposition
  • The loose ball ended up with Desire Doue, who attempted a shot outside the box, but Simon was able to recover and turn France away to clinch the match.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
  • There are no plans to try to separate supporters of the two sides, Atlanta police said — either inside or outside the stadium.
    — Andre Butso, AJC.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of outside
Preposition
  • The category remains small beside the $110 billion off-premise alcohol market.
    — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Every night her mother slept beside her in a pullout hospital chair.
    — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
Definition of beside
Adverb
  • However, if temperatures fall farther than expected the amounts could increase, forecasters added.
    — Leigh Morgan, al, 11 Feb. 2023
  • The air and pressure distortions can be a bane to airplane pilots, who sometimes feel their planes gliding along farther than intended during landing.
    — Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2023
Definition of farther
Noun
  • But if Bellingham leads the Three Lions to immortality, knocking off the reigning champ in the process, Icons certainly won’t be complaining.
    — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 15 July 2026
  • Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham pursue immortality, while Lionel Messi keeps battling Father Time.
    — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 15 July 2026
Definition of immortality
Preposition
  • In addition, the Global Connectivity Index ranks the country’s digital infrastructure as the second-best in Africa and over 46 percent of Moroccan electricity comes from renewables.
    — Panorama Media Ltd, Miami Herald, 19 July 2026
  • But if the Cubs hadn’t won that epic Game 7 in Cleveland and 1908 still hung over the franchise?
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 19 July 2026
Definition of over
Preposition
  • Unlike conventional power plants, fusion aims to generate electricity by fusing light atomic nuclei, producing large amounts of energy without carbon emissions during operation.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
  • By purchasing the Staycation Parks Pass for $25, however, park goers can enter with their own vehicles without paying for each individual visit.
    — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of without
Preposition
  • 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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“Beyond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beyond. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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