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Recent Examples of without
Paulina Likos, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
But against Cleveland – who was without a viable quarterback option in London – Minnesota allowed Quinshon Judkins to run for 110 yards.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm.
—Don Sweeney, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Last month, the governor bucked Kennedy by signing an order allowing pharmacists to continue giving COVID shots without a prescription.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 16 Oct. 2025
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Noun
To be sure, OpenAI’s surge isn’t without friction.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
But against Cleveland – who was without a viable quarterback option in London – Minnesota allowed Quinshon Judkins to run for 110 yards.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm.
—Don Sweeney, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Last month, the governor bucked Kennedy by signing an order allowing pharmacists to continue giving COVID shots without a prescription.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 16 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for without
Preposition
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Designed specifically for female feet to provide a next-level fit, according to the brand, these boast a padded heel, performance-level cushioning, and a no-slip tongue that will stay in place far beyond 10,000 steps.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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Over the years, the festival has expanded to include artists, musicians, storytellers, poets, and more, all focused on a theme relevant to the social, religious, and political needs of the Louisville community and beyond.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The sound of hammering came from outside in the driveway, where some men were building a coffin.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
26 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Just six yards out, Teze powered a header on target, but Vicario spread himself across the goal and palmed his shot away.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Despite several missteps ‒ including dropping a diamond and emerald-encrusted gold crown on their way out, leaving behind forensic evidence and being caught on security footage ‒ the robbers and the jewels still haven't been found.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Given the Frenchman’s frightening form — already up to 18 goals for club and country this season — expect to see Mbappe looking to test the millimetric precision of the Barcelona high line once again.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Regional countries have begun to act against the crime flourishing inside Cambodia’s borders that has ensnared their citizens.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Crews wear thermal base layers, overalls, and analog spacesuits when working outdoors.—
Rosanna Philpott,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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Snap up these deals to stay toasty outdoors this fall and winter, and peruse more patio heater deals below.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Without.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/without. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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