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
She was fired without warning in July, according to court documents. Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 6 June 2025 And Musk is not without his fans and again, without tools to fight back at Trump. Steve Inskeep, NPR, 6 June 2025 Many dogs are exposed to cannabis products in public places—parks, neighborhoods, campgrounds—without their owners realizing it. Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025 Two months into the season, Hoerner is putting up some of the best numbers of his career, even without slugging a home run. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for without
Recent Examples of Synonyms for without
Preposition
  • But judges reviewing other eligibility cases have rejected this interpretation as construing Alston beyond its actual words.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 June 2025
  • The Central Stage showcase will take place on July 8. Small Screen, Big Ambitions Another pivotal development in this year’s industry program is the expansion beyond feature films to embrace small-screen content, made possible through a new partnership with Central European Media Enterprises.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 June 2025
Adverb
  • Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2025
  • In Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, authorities advised people shut windows at night, avoid strenuous activity outside and watch for breathing issues.
    Patrick Whittle, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
Adverb
  • How to Train Your Dragon is out in theaters Friday, June 13.
    Sharareh Drury, People.com, 13 June 2025
  • Note that full containment doesn't mean the fire is completely out.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2025
Noun
  • Except for those barrels used in house, all are exported internationally to countries that include Australia and Canada.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
  • During his first administration, Trump imposed a ban that barred people from seven predominantly Muslim countries from entering the U.S. Critics then and now, have called out the restrictions as xenophobic and racist.
    Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 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.
    STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2025
  • This loveseat glider is weather-resistant, quick-drying, and makes time spent outdoors all the more relaxing.
    Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 6 June 2025

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“Without.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/without. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.

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