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preposition

Definition of outsidenext
1
as in except
not including outside that one suggestion, I haven't heard any better ideas

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Relevance
2
as in beyond
out of the reach or sphere of it is always refreshing to be assigned a project at work that is outside one's usual range of responsibility

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outside

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adverb

as in out
in or into the open air go outside and smoke, if you must

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outside

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adjective

1
as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out slower moving vehicles should keep to the outside lane

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2
as in off
small in degree though they haven't been playing at their best, they still have an outside chance of making it into the championship series

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3
as in most
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity the outside cost for repairing the item will be a thousand dollars

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outside

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noun

ˌau̇t-ˈsīd How to pronounce outside (audio)
1
as in exterior
an outer part or layer painted the outside of the house

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2
as in maximum
the greatest amount, number, or part there were 300 people at the outside who attended the softball game

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3
as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality on the outside, he was the self-assured star athlete

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Recent Examples of outside
Preposition
Turning Point Action were among the conservative tents just outside the 75-foot electioneering barrier set up at the community college located in the north of Phoenix. — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 22 July 2026 Meanwhile, protests are set to continue outside Zelenskyy's office. — Joanna Kakissis, NPR, 22 July 2026
Adverb
By the time animal-care employees arrived, however, Reaper’s body was outside on the apartment’s back patio. — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026 The homecoming of Agamemnon (Benny Safdie) to Clytemnestra was shot outside at Methoni Castle in Messinia as well as outside Athens at the monolithic Acrocorinth. — Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 July 2026
Adjective
While there has been plenty of outside discussion about the group of teams vying for future Basketball Hall of Famer LeBron James in free agency this offseason, James has not commented on those specific teams during the decision-making process. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026 Unlike a chatbot that responds to an individual request, an agent can plan a series of actions, use outside tools and continue working toward an objective with limited human involvement. — Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 23 July 2026
Noun
Brushed inside with a textured outside, these relaxed joggers and matching sweatshirt are breathable yet provide a bit of warmth in the best way. — Morgan Sullivan, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026 Vinicius Junior — Brazil/Real Madrid (-3) Almost scored one of the great World Cup goals against Japan with a nutmeg, jinking run and outside-of-the-boot poke that Zion Suzuki tipped onto the post. — Liam Twomey, New York Times, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for outside
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outside
  1. except
  2. beyond
  3. out
  4. outer
  5. off
  6. most
  7. exterior
  8. maximum
Preposition
  • 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
Definition of except
Preposition
  • In recent days, the US has expanded its targets beyond Iranian coastal sites housing radar and drone facilities to include roads, tunnels, railways, port infrastructure and, according to Iranian media, a desalination plant.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • Between absurd resale prices and the logistical circus of match day, plenty of fans will be watching from places beyond the stadium.
    — Ali Farooqui, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026
Definition of beyond
Adverb
  • Why be grateful when there are plenty of other people out there who never have to suffer these indignities?
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 24 July 2026
  • Season 2, out now, improves upon the first, offering even more land feuds, scheming, family drama, and suspense.
    — Barry Levitt, Time, 23 July 2026
Definition of out
Adjective
  • Those outer leaves have the most contact with soil, handling and other surfaces.
    — Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 21 July 2026
  • The Port of Helsinki lists tram 6 as the public transit connection from the district, although passengers at the outer cruise berths should expect a 20 minute walk before reaching the stop.
    — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of outer
Adjective
  • For the dozens of NHL, minor league and college players who make their off-season homes in Minnesota, informal morning skates at various arenas throughout the Twin Cities have been going on for decades.
    — Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 17 July 2026
  • In May, the Braves have four off days and just two road trips, one to Philadelphia and Detroit followed by another to Kansas City and to New York to face the Mets.
    — Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of off
Adjective
  • Which means a lot can change between now and then, including most of the team’s rosters.
    — Dean Jones, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • Tell me about your memories of filming those scenes and if there’s one Long Table scene that sticks out most for you.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 July 2026
Definition of most
Noun
  • Fiber-cement siding and Azek trim were used on the exterior for low maintenance and a long life.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026
  • The interior and exterior become one, a magical pastoral world in the middle of the city.
    — Francesca Longoni, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2026
Definition of exterior
Noun
  • If convicted, Gonzalez faces a mandatory minimum term of 10 years in prison and a maximum of life in prison.
    — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026
  • Teams are allowed a maximum of three such spots during the regular season.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 18 July 2026
Definition of maximum

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