apart from

preposition

Synonyms of apart fromnext
: other than : besides, except for

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apart from the saggy roof, the cottage is in pretty good shape
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Nvidia’s food policy stands apart from other tech companies of its size. — Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 1 July 2026 We are focused on maximizing reach and have set ourselves apart from our peers by not limiting our content to a single platform or ecosystem. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 29 June 2026 Madeira stands apart from mainland Portugal with volcanic landscapes, black-sand beaches, lush forests, and scenic mountain hiking. — Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026 There are over 20 colors to choose from — including a fun leopard-print option — but what really sets it apart from other wireless bras is the size range. — Tatjana Freund, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for apart from

Word History

First Known Use

1724, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of apart from was in 1724

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“Apart from.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/apart%20from. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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