outside of

Definition of outside ofnext
1
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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as in beyond
out of the reach or sphere of budget cuts will result in some teachers teaching courses outside of their primary areas of expertise

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Recent Examples of outside of Before long, nearly everyone in the family had a role at Sun Wah BBQ, including their sister, Cindy Spencer, who later chose to pursue a career outside of the restaurant. Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026 Thomas was ultimately paired with an operator outside of the Open Doors program through his landlord. Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 2 June 2026 Researchers found that a sizable share of new entrants into the healthcare industry in recent years were previously outside of the labor force or pivoted from non-health occupations. Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 2 June 2026 And of course everything that’s happening outside of that is all conversations or comments or even what’s happening just in the world at large. Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for outside of
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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
Preposition
  • How the Avs respond will affect not only their chances of winning the Stanley Cup in 2027 but also years beyond that.
    Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
  • By executing a teardown the Red Sox could also restock their farm system and ideally add a new wave of position player prospects who could help the big league lineup next year and beyond.
    Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
Preposition
  • Sunrise hikes beside the statues, volcanic landscapes, local guides and museums bring Rapa Nui culture to life, while conservation programs protect the archaeological sites and local communities continue to preserve their traditions, language, music and dance.
    Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
  • The four 8-foot-long benches were installed over a span of eight hours May 29 beside the regulation-size bocce court along the Draper Avenue side of the Rec Center grounds.
    Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
Preposition
  • Nonstick pans are one of those kitchen tools most people use without thinking twice.
    Ryan Brennan June 2, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
  • Time without cell phones or screens is not seen as a restriction but an opportunity.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
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
Preposition
  • 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
  • However, outside the capital’s borders, this urban gloss disappears.
    Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 31 May 2026
Preposition
  • 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
  • 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
Preposition
  • 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
  • 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 5 Jun. 2026.

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