beside 1 of 2

preposition

bi-ˈsīd How to pronounce beside (audio)
Definition of besidenext
1
as in besides
in addition to I'll need one more helper beside all of you

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Relevance

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2
as in except
not including I need four books beside this one

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beside

2 of 2

adverb

as in nearby

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Recent Examples of beside
Preposition
Families will appreciate the short walks between attractions, easy-to-navigate layout, and thoughtful details, like changing rooms beside splash pads. — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026 Trump expressed admiration for Erdogan even while standing beside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a joint press conference last year. — ABC News, 3 July 2026
Adverb
The other positions itself beside, as if to partner in the journey, with the intent to grow. — Mary Hemphill, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 Finding a seat means, quickly, eyeing your compatriots, and choosing who to dine beside. — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for beside
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beside
  1. besides
  2. except
  3. nearby
  4. but
  5. beneath
  6. underneath
  7. near
Preposition
  • But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.
    — Kevin Grasha, Cincinnati.com, 2 June 2020
  • The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.
    — Niharika Sharma, Quartz India, 31 May 2020
Definition of besides
Preposition
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of except
Adverb
  • Another climber, who was not part of the woman's party, happened to be nearby and was able to help the woman, remaining with her group until responders arrived, per the Forest Service.
    — Daniel S. Levine, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • After reviewing the security footage, McCurnin noticed the suspect appeared to be traveling on an electric scooter and believed the person likely lived nearby.
    — Velvet Wu July 1, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of nearby
Preposition
  • Normally, big job losses trigger massive searches for full-time jobs, but this crisis has been anything but normal.
    — Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 1 June 2020
  • Despite the pleas for calm, the nation seemed anything but as a fitful week drew to a close.
    — Robert Klemko, Washington Post, 30 May 2020
Definition of but
Adverb
  • The chips beneath were noticeably thin, delicate but sturdy enough to retain their crunch.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • Today, two of the four interpretive signs on the site, the only indication of what lies beneath, are faded to illegibility.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026
Definition of beneath
Adverb
  • Many caftans come in dainty, transparent styles, so coordinate your sheer number with the pieces underneath—whether that's your swimwear or basics from your everyday closet is your choice.
    — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 2 July 2026
  • The case for a full-time chair rested on the size of the team underneath.
    — Sue Mysko, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of underneath
Adverb
  • Place the planked salmon near — not directly over — the oak coals.
    — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • An ideal itinerary includes hiking the Tramuntana, an afternoon swim in a near-empty cove, then a slow evening stroll through Deià before dinner.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
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