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as in except
not including
outside that one suggestion, I haven't heard any better ideas
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as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out
slower moving vehicles should keep to the outside lane
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as in off
small in degree
though they haven't been playing at their best, they still have an outside chance of making it into the championship series
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as in most
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
the outside cost for repairing the item will be a thousand dollars
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as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
on the outside, he was the self-assured star athlete
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Recent Examples of outside
Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
That year, Gucci also opened its first store outside Italy, in New York, and launched its first moccasin.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 23 May 2025
Some sellers will try to bypass the official sales channel process – to save the transaction fee – and invite buyers to complete the transaction outside.
—Benjamin Voyer, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Last year, the Falcons kept nine defensive linemen and four outside linebackers/edge rushers on the initial 53-man roster.
—Josh Kendall, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Clark Spencer, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2025
The outlet also published an image of one apparent victim outside, who appeared to be covered in blood.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 6 Apr. 2025
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Preposition
By Melissa Gomez and Rachel Uranga May 24, 2025 3 AM PT
The man just had his immigration case dismissed and his wife and 8-year-old son were trailing behind him when agents surrounded, then handcuffed him outside the downtown Los Angeles courtroom.
—Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
That year, Gucci also opened its first store outside Italy, in New York, and launched its first moccasin.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
Adverb
His two-plus years at NYCTA gained him vast affection within the agency plus a sizable bit of love from outside (leading to that nickname).
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 23 May 2025
Some sellers will try to bypass the official sales channel process – to save the transaction fee – and invite buyers to complete the transaction outside.
—Benjamin Voyer, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Adjective
And while many fans lament the situation that the Dolphins’ outside cornerback position currently is in, coaches not only wished Ramsey well but see a huge opportunity for young players to step up.
—C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Last year, the Falcons kept nine defensive linemen and four outside linebackers/edge rushers on the initial 53-man roster.
—Josh Kendall, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Noun
And Sovereignty drew the far outside post, a less-than-desirable starting position for the 1 1/8-miles stakes in which the first turn looms close to the gate.
—Clark Spencer, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2025
The outlet also published an image of one apparent victim outside, who appeared to be covered in blood.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outside
Preposition
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At Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort, face masks are required in public areas, except when dining or swimming, capacity of public areas will be limited, and housekeeping and public area attendants will increase their cleaning procedures.—
Elizabeth Rhodes,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2020
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The city advised all residents to stay inside except those going to and from work and anyone seeking or giving emergency care, according to Mayor Eric Garcetti's official Twitter account.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
1 June 2020
Preposition
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Republicans are working to pass the debt limit increase within the legislation through a party-line vote that would extend borrowing authority beyond the 2026 election, avoiding the need to negotiate terms with Democrats.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
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But the park’s defining feature — aside from the giant Tiger outside its gates — is still the city skyline beyond the outfield walls.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
Adverb
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The jury is still out, though, because final tariff levels are still up in the air and could rekindle inflation down the line.—
Matthew J. Belvedere,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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It’s been years of songwriting, gigging and getting his music out there.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
Adjective
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Scientists hope to bring this technology to even larger telescopes, including the 4-meter Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope in Hawaiʻi, promising an even closer look at the sun's outer layers.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
29 May 2025
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That’s all because of cooling properties like moisture-wicking outer shells and hypoallergenic, airy fill materials, such as lightweight down and mulberry silk.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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But the Lions scored three times in the top of the third off USD starter Cal Scolari.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2025
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As the Cubs, winners in seven of their last nine, head into an off day Thursday, here are three takeaways from their second straight series victory.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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Filip Jorgensen has played most of the games, but Sanchez is the No 1 and has done pretty well in recent weeks.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Its analysis shows polluting industries still present problems for city residents, especially in Black and Latino communities where most of Chicago’s heavy industry is concentrated.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Such a bold exterior look is the result of designer Chris Bottoms at Studio De Voogt listening to the owner’s ideas.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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The distinctive body is well-suited for both right- and left-handed users, but the hyper-glossy exterior is prone to smudging (though it can be easily wiped away with a microfiber cloth).—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Trip delay Trip delays of five hours or more qualify for reimbursement of up to $200 per day, with a $2,000 maximum.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
1 June 2025
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The rules also limit junior college transfers to a maximum of three years of D-I sports.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
28 May 2025
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“Outside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outside. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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