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as in except
not including
outside of that project you don't like, I don't think you have many choices
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Recent Examples of outside of
Their combined contribution was a record outside of the pandemic bounce-back year of 2021.
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Conor Sen, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
People walk near a sign outside of Google headquarters in Mountain View, California.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
The warehouse storing fireworks about 40 miles outside of Sacramento blew up on July 1 last year, killing seven people.
—Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
How to style sweatpants to be on trend Sporty loungewear has become a favorite among fashion insiders both in and outside of the gym, so much so that a pair of sweatpants aren't just for running errands anymore.
—Antonio Fuentes, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2026
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Conor Sen, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
People walk near a sign outside of Google headquarters in Mountain View, California.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
The warehouse storing fireworks about 40 miles outside of Sacramento blew up on July 1 last year, killing seven people.
—Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
How to style sweatpants to be on trend Sporty loungewear has become a favorite among fashion insiders both in and outside of the gym, so much so that a pair of sweatpants aren't just for running errands anymore.
—Antonio Fuentes, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outside of
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
Preposition
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The Vancouver concert sections affected were beside or behind the stage on which Swift performed.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Mar. 2026
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Ragan, who sat beside his attorney Adam Goodman, waived his right to a jury trial — an unusual move for a defendant facing execution.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
Preposition
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The rules also permit Chinese companies to acquire up to 10% stake in Indian businesses without seeking New Delhi's approval.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Each room has a small hatch near the entrance—a dumbwaiter-like compartment where staff can leave deliveries or collect items without disturbing you.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 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
Preposition
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Across Southeast Asia, the spike in prices has led to long lines outside filling stations.—
Alex Veiga,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The small deck outside our tent made for a perfect morning coffee location.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
Preposition
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His civil rights conviction was largely thanks to Manly-Williams, who was the lone eyewitness, other than the victim.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Unlike most other modern democracies, America has never held a national vote on a question other than who should occupy the presidency and vice presidency.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
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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
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“Outside of.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outside%20of. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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