without 1 of 3

1
as in wanting
not having spent two days without food

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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

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Recent Examples of without
Preposition
In the immediate future, being without Tatum means much of the workload falling on Brown and Derrick White. Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 13 May 2025 The work, which began Monday, will involve installing new utility connections for surrounding businesses, building out a new shaft to the surface and then replacing the road surface, without damaging a 20-inch water main. Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 13 May 2025 For those without savings, the most popular way to cover an emergency expense is to use a credit card, according to a Bankrate report. Rachel Barber, USA Today, 2 May 2025 In April, Border Patrol agents recorded roughly 8,400 apprehensions of migrants who had crossed the U.S.-Mexico border without authorization, according to the preliminary Department of Homeland Security statistics, which have not been officially published. Camilo Montoya-Galvez, CBS News, 1 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for without
Recent Examples of Synonyms for without
Preposition
  • Thanks in large part to the Paramount, headlines about murder and mayhem have been replaced by stories about new restaurants, new businesses, new apartments and new shows that are drawing rave reviews and audiences from the Chicago area and beyond.
    Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 18 May 2025
  • Her pink lipstick, drawn far beyond the outline of her mouth, smiled without her.
    Patricia Lockwood, New Yorker, 18 May 2025
Adverb
  • Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2025
  • Be mindful outdoors: Take extra precautions when working or spending time outside. Find the right time: Consider rescheduling strenuous activities to early morning or evening if possible. Familiarize yourself with warning signs: Know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2025
Adverb
  • Jelly Roll is currently out on his Big Ass Stadium Tour, which continues tomorrow in Minneapolis.
    Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2025
  • If a Chrome zero-day emerges, where attackers are already out there exploiting that vulnerability, then action needs to be taken fast, as the hackers won’t be wasting time waiting.
    Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • In Washington, the White House said U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was in constant contact with the leaders of both countries and reiterated that President Donald Trump wants to see the conflict de-escalate.
    USA Today, USA Today, 11 May 2025
  • Trump should therefore deal with each country on their own terms and structure healthy bilateral relationships with each.
    Christopher Shays, New York Daily News, 10 May 2025
Adverb
  • Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 May 2025
  • Tan, a longtime animal foster, adopter and founder of Whisker Media, learned through testing that Franklin is allergic to just about everything outdoors — particularly pollen and grass.
    Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025

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“Without.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/without. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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