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as in past
on or to the farther side of
the arrow flew beyond the fence and into the woods
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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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as in immortality
unending existence after death
who knows how we'll fare in the beyond?
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Recent Examples of beyond
Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026
For her part Zoe, mature well beyond her tender age, dismisses the hype with a shrug.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Monica Mendal, Vogue, 25 May 2026
The show’s camera crew follows drivers and their teams into the paddock and beyond, giving viewers a sneak peek at all the behind-the-scenes action in a rather dramatic fashion.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 May 2026
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Advance Funds Network, a direct business loan lender, conducted a nationwide study to identify the small businesses Americans say have the most genuinely friendly teams - the places known for real warmth, patience, and above-and-beyond service.
—Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
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Preposition
Her shooting range forces defenses to extend well beyond the arc, creating opportunities throughout the floor.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026
For her part Zoe, mature well beyond her tender age, dismisses the hype with a shrug.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Adverb
The collection, assembled by financier Édouard Carmignac since 2000 and spanning Warhol, Basquiat, Richter and beyond, is shown alongside a rotating temporary exhibition each season.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 25 May 2026
The show’s camera crew follows drivers and their teams into the paddock and beyond, giving viewers a sneak peek at all the behind-the-scenes action in a rather dramatic fashion.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 May 2026
Noun
One concern with athletes sticking around indefinitely into their mid-20s or beyond is that college sports could start to look more like pro sports, except not as good as the NFL or NBA, resembling minor leagues, which are traditionally difficult to market.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Advance Funds Network, a direct business loan lender, conducted a nationwide study to identify the small businesses Americans say have the most genuinely friendly teams - the places known for real warmth, patience, and above-and-beyond service.
—Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beyond
Preposition
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The Los Angeles Angels rolled past the AL East-leading Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday.—
Chantz Martin OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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The ball got past Crawford for a double and Call went to third when right fielder Adolis Garcia bobbled it.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
31 May 2026
Preposition
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The vandalism was discovered Sunday morning outside the Department of Public Social Services building in the Civic Center area.—
Jasmine Mendez
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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However, outside the capital’s borders, this urban gloss disappears.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
Preposition
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The 1,200-square-foot building sits beside a private pond at the edge of a forest in Pond Eddy, a hamlet in Sullivan County.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
27 May 2026
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The president also wants to repaint the Eisenhower Executive Office Building beside the White House and build a 250-foot arch at the nearby Lincoln Memorial — the same monument where weigh-ins for the upcoming UFC fight are scheduled to take place, bout organizers say.—
Will Weissert,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
Adverb
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However, if temperatures fall farther than expected the amounts could increase, forecasters added.—
Leigh Morgan,
al,
11 Feb. 2023
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Tier 2 Pricing, includes lots farther away from the stadium: Car or SUV: $100.—
Sydney Carruth,
The Arizona Republic,
9 Feb. 2023
Noun
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The immortality is theoretical.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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The league had been wrapped up for weeks but Guardiola and his players were seeking immortality.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
Preposition
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An officer responding to a call pulled Blessing over around the corner from Donut Plus on Erringer Road.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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However, a non-basketball foul sent the 2008 NBA champion over the edge.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2026
Preposition
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Truly domesticating bees required a hive with movable frames, one that would allow beekeepers to examine their bees and harvest honey without destroying the colony.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
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The backstory This all started with a man who loved antiques, and a decision to import a church from Vietnam without a clear idea of what to do with it—plus a love story.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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
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“Beyond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beyond. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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