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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
But what if the longer wavelengths of the embers could both extend the hours of socializing without heavily impeding our sleep cycle? — Mike McRae 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026 So without special action from the NCAA, she might be forced to sit out the 2026-27 season. — David K. Li, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026 If the jurors still cannot do so, the judge will declare a mistrial, ending the trial without a resolution and leaving open the possibility of another trial. — Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026 Adding avocado and sourdough rounds out the plate without turning it into a bodybuilder meal. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for without
Recent Examples of Synonyms for without
  1. beyond
  2. outside
  3. country
  4. out
  5. outdoors
Preposition
  • With new digital imaging techniques, astronomers were able to spot a new and tiny world orbiting 4 billion miles beyond Neptune.
    — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Connection, wellbeing, and growth are foundational at Patina, shaping experiences that leave lasting impressions which resonate well beyond your stay.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of beyond
Adverb
  • Mishka Wilonski had just grabbed pizza from a nearby shop and was walking outside with a friend when the crash happened.
    — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The city still has residents without power, Melton said, as weatherheads — which protect wires outside — to their homes were damaged.
    — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of outside
Noun
  • Some officials argue that would let Iceland keep control of its waters, since no EU country has fished there for decades.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Economic impact of low birth rates Persistently low birth rates could threaten a country’s ability to sustain its economy.
    — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of country
Adverb
  • Bohm has been out awaiting trial after his family posted $4 million bail.
    — Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Traffic lights were out at about 80 intersections, so city workers were using generators and placing stop signs at those intersections, the statement said.
    — Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of out
Adverb
  • Kyiv region authorities said that air quality worsened because of the attacks and warned people in some areas to keep their windows closed and limit their time outdoors.
    — Hanna Arhirova, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Kyiv region authorities said that air quality worsened due to the attacks and warned people in some areas to keep their windows closed and limit their time outdoors.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of outdoors

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“Without.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/without. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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