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preposition

wi-ˈt͟hau̇t How to pronounce without (audio)
Definition of withoutnext
1
as in wanting
not having spent two days without food

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Relevance
2
as in beyond
out of the reach or sphere of a goal without our grasp

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without

2 of 3

adverb

as in outside

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without

3 of 3

noun

as in sticks

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Recent Examples of without
Preposition
Give yourself permission to enjoy connection without performing constant availability. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 29 Sep. 2026 The book is a global novel about middle-class families without generational wealth who are trying to educate their children. — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Sep. 2026 Bottega Veneta had a beautiful balance between craftsmanship, texture and lightness, with pieces that felt special without becoming overcomplicated. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 Occasionally, the suicide seems to be spur of the moment; a depressed person sees a high section without a guardrail and goes over. — Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for without
Recent Examples of Synonyms for without
  1. beyond
  2. outside
  3. country
  4. out
  5. outdoors
Preposition
  • Last year, a National School Choice Awareness Foundation survey found that 60 percent of parents have considered switching schools for their children, with many exploring models beyond traditional brick-and-mortar schools.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Iran has said the bombers flying from the base have been used for strikes beyond the original remit and indicated that a base used to attack its territory is a legitimate target.
    — Pan Pylas, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of beyond
Adverb
  • One rule of thumb is to always choose somewhere displaying the VPN sign outside—this stands for Verace Pizza Napoletana, and guarantees that the pizza will be made according to an exacting set of criteria.
    — Nicky Swallow, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Her biggest problem Sunday was taking her two puppies outside to relieve themselves.
    — Leah Willingham, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of outside
Noun
  • The measure would have barred Switzerland from joining punitive measures against other countries unless they were imposed by the United Nations.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Second, the two countries agreed to hold an AI dialogue in the next two months, and establish a communication channel for AI incidents.
    — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of country
Adverb
  • Like the s’mores kits lovingly put together by the staff to be used on the electric firepit on the patio out back.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Alvarez managed to nab a foul pop-up behind the plate for the first out, but a fly ball to center field scored another run, and Abrams managed to get to third.
    — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of out
Adverb
  • Residents in the area are also being asked not to leave pet food outdoors or approach the animal to take photos.
    — Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Tender Herbs Many common herbs, like sage, lavender, and the mints, are cold hardy and can be left outdoors year-round.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of outdoors

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“Without.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/without. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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