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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
Launch North brings Los Angeles packaging, capital and market relationships alongside Canadian filmmakers without asking them to leave, change the work, or make it for somewhere else. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026 Ben Stafford, a partner at Elias Law, said in a statement that Ohio voters would now be able to register at the BMV without the requirement to show citizenship paperwork. — CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026 Gold Hardware Warm metals are popular, but they’re often used without restraint. — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 26 Aug. 2026 In practice, that can mean skipping alcohol for a night, taking a longer break or cutting back without going fully sober. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for without
Recent Examples of Synonyms for without
  1. beyond
  2. outside
  3. country
  4. out
  5. outdoors
Preposition
  • So this could turn out to be a season where the hot hand will rule, with Simone willing to wait his turn while Klay and Tim get first crack from beyond the arc.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Plenty of adults were appalled, but punk had a powerful influence on fashion, filmmaking and graphic design as well as rock music – well beyond punk itself.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of beyond
Adverb
  • Many people stayed outside on sidewalks in downtown Baltimore rather than returning to their high-rise buildings.
    — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Parents can set it up indoors or outside because of its adjustable height.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of outside
Noun
  • Takaichi's remark crossed what China considers a red line in its relations with other countries about Taiwan, which is a self-governing island that Beijing claims as its territory.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Now, a country shaped in part by that migration is accepting people the US wants to remove.
    — Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of country
Adverb
  • And while von Furstenberg gravitated to something more minimalist and streamlined for her look, there’s plenty of options out there for the more flamboyant sun-seekers, too.
    — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
  • And, there are lots of studies out there that show many in my generation have stopped believing in the promise of the American Dream.
    — Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of out
Adverb
  • From November through May, so much of life can happen outdoors, and there is this wonderful balance of privacy, nature, culture, food and hospitality.
    — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • People who are at high risk are urged to be especially cautious outdoors at dusk and dawn, when mosquito activity is highest.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of outdoors

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“Without.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/without. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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