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as in except
not including
outside that one suggestion, I haven't heard any better ideas
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as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out
slower moving vehicles should keep to the outside lane
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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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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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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
Camille Behnke, NBC news, 8 Mar. 2026
The device ignited outside the New York City mayor's residence on Saturday contained explosive materials and fragmentation that could have killed and maimed numerous people, according to law enforcement sources familiar with the investigation.
—Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you’re not caught outside.
—Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
Next to him is guitarist Khrystian Ramos, focused and business-minded, balancing band duties with outside ventures that include a successful seafood business.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026
American Statesman Staff, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
Smoking is now restricted to outside, a small price to pay during what could be the death of dive bars.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
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Preposition
Video posted to social media after the explosion showed police vehicles and people in tactical gear outside the embassy.
—Camille Behnke, NBC news, 8 Mar. 2026
The device ignited outside the New York City mayor's residence on Saturday contained explosive materials and fragmentation that could have killed and maimed numerous people, according to law enforcement sources familiar with the investigation.
—Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
Adverb
Officials and doctors alike also advise to avoid strenuous activity outside.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you’re not caught outside.
—Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Both are strong presences in the run game, hopefully putting an end to the Rams’ struggles against outside zone.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
Next to him is guitarist Khrystian Ramos, focused and business-minded, balancing band duties with outside ventures that include a successful seafood business.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026
Noun
And his leaping ability and 6-foot-1 height are clear pluses for an outside, press corner, which is Lee's play style.
—American Statesman Staff, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
Smoking is now restricted to outside, a small price to pay during what could be the death of dive bars.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outside
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
Preposition
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Holland made only a few cosmetic moves ahead of Friday’s trade deadline, shipping out forwards Corey Perry and Warren Foegele for draft picks and adding Scott Laughton and Mathieu Joseph, depth pieces, neither of whom are signed beyond this season.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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To the east is a jaw-dropping view of snowy Aoraki/Mount Cook, the tallest mountain in New Zealand, which lies in the distance beyond the sand.—
Madeline Bilis,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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That day, his Tahoe had been disguised with both an Uber decal and an out-of-state license plate.—
Ruby Cramer,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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And so begins our journey, out from the Green Monster and onto the glowing screen.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Pack a blanket or a warm outer layer Older people have a harder time producing, retaining, and circulating body heat.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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With several outer zip and flap pockets, a laptop sleeve, and interior zipper, cell phone, and multifunction pockets, staying organized is a breeze.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Although Elordi leans heavily into tailoring on the red carpet, his off-duty outfits sit on the side of gorpcore-chic.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2026
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The $33 flip-flops have earned rave reviews from professionals constantly on their feet, such as nurses and teachers who opt for them as a recovery shoe for their off days.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Advice columnist Carolyn Hax takes your comments and questions most Fridays about life, family, relationships and more.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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That said, caffeine isn’t a cure-all, but the upside is that most of the formulas below don’t rely on caffeine alone.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The exterior of the building will be made of mostly stucco with pops of color including blue, green and grey, Schwartz said.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Painted Brick Painting your front door to add a pop of color or updating your home's exterior with fresh paint is typically a great way to spruce up and appeal to buyers.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Mar. 2026
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Security in and around the 98th Oscars this weekend is at a maximum as the FBI put out an alert warning of potential Iranian drone attacks in California.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2026
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Both face a maximum of 20 years in prison and potentially will be ordered to pay hefty fines and restitution orders.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Outside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outside. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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