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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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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
He’s handcuffed to this stupid project, and swaths of people have instantly turned their back on him without knowing any of the facts. — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026 In Sun Valley, Idaho, guests are privy to an encounter with mountaineer Ed Viesturs, known for climbing all 14 of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks without supplemental oxygen. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 Eady-Williams sentenced Pham and Salerno to life in prison without possibility of parole for the murder charges. — Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2026 Suddenly the project became red hot, with A24 agreeing to finance the movie and giving it a production start date — even without a lead in place. — Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 12 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for without
Recent Examples of Synonyms for without
  1. beyond
  2. outside
  3. country
  4. out
  5. outdoors
Preposition
  • Deep Com Roots, the international sales arm of Spain’s ISII Group, is seeing that demand translate into sales beyond Spain.
    — Emiliano de Pablos, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Find one that properly supports your investing goals Looking to invest beyond your 401(k)?
    — Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of beyond
Adverb
  • Sometimes, when relationships and world politics give people plenty to be angry about, the impulse is to go outside, disconnect, and be one with nature.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
  • The modern cabin has heated concrete floors and a propane fireplace for staying snug inside, while outside, there’s a fire pit and a soaking tub.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of outside
Noun
  • The country currently exports about 80% of its electricity to other Asian countries like Thailand, China, and Singapore.
    — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2026
  • International funding, Patil says, means long waits, complicated contracts and co-production treaties, and Indian filmmakers end up chasing the same grants as professionals from wealthier countries.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of country
Adverb
  • Between 50 and 60 visitors will make the trek out there on a typical day, according to David Boyd, public information officer for the White River National Forest.
    — The Aspen Times, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026
  • The station is soon invaded by out-of-time baseball stars, fairytale villains, and unseasonal snow, all created by aliens eager to understand the concept of imagination.
    — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of out
Adverb
  • BodyEnergy introduced a new version of its motorless flat treadmill with Ab-drive, featuring a front abdominal roller that enables natural backward stride propulsion to biomechanically mimic running outdoors.
    — TIME Staff, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Amenities and experiences Dimly lit, the ground floor feels like a cozy living room with Texas limestone, reclaimed wood, and comfy seating by a fireplace—a nice contrast to Austin’s persistently bright outdoors.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of outdoors

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“Without.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/without. Accessed 17 Oct. 2026.

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