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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

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adverb

without

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noun

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Recent Examples of without
Preposition
The Baltimore Ravens were without their two-time NFL MVP quarterback when Tuesday’s organized team activities (OTAs) began. Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 20 May 2026 The company aims to achieve a rapid transition to driverless commercialization, targeting fully autonomous operations without on-site safety officers by early 2027. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026 But that momentum will stall without a much longer-term commitment of at least 15 years, the trade group said. Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 19 May 2026 Ahead, find out how to watch the Eastern Conference Finals with and without a cable subscription. Rudie Obias, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for without
Recent Examples of Synonyms for without
Preposition
  • Just behind the cineplex and beyond the route of the busway, are 34 acres once occupied by a scrap metal yard acquired by the city in a foreclosure in 2021.
    Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2026
  • Stronger communities are built when mental-health services move beyond one-size-fits-all approaches and recognize the emotional, social, cultural and practical realities people face every day.
    Maria Bledsoe, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 May 2026
Adverb
  • Because it’s located on the beach, kids have access to the sand and sun, and there’s a pirate-ship style play area outside.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
  • Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
Adverb
  • The Aces dominated in the paint, outscoring Connecticut 58-34 and out-rebounding the home team 46-29.
    Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
  • One week out from the primary election, Keisha Lance Bottoms fielded a flurry of questions from voters gathered at the Columbus Public Library.
    Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 13 May 2026
Noun
  • Beyond that lies the equestrian and agricultural country of Somerset County, including Moorland Farm, home of the annual Far Hills Race Meet horse race for more than 100 years.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
  • Just 15 minutes east, is Vega, Texas – a small country town with sprinkles of Route 66 memorabilia.
    Chelsea Torres, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Adverb
  • Reducing your time outdoors is the key.
    Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 19 May 2026
  • Likewise, amaryllis appreciate steady moisture while growing foliage after flowering, both indoors in spring, and outdoors in summer before their fall rest period.
    Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026

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“Without.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/without. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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