be·sides
bi-ˈsīdz 
bē-
1
: other than, except
no one besides us
Nothing besides a miracle could help them.
2
: together with
a decision that, besides being practical, is morally right
1
: as well : also
serves pizza, pasta, and many other foods besides
2
: moreover, furthermore
I can't go, and besides, I wouldn't go if I could.
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Examples of besides in a Sentence
Preposition
She wants to learn other languages besides English and French.
Besides its famous cakes, the bakery also makes delicious breads and cookies.
These salads are delicious besides being healthy.
I'm not ready to get married yet. Besides which, I enjoy living alone.
Adverb
They serve pasta and many other foods besides.
I'm not ready to get married yet. Besides, I enjoy living alone.
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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
Gavin J Blair, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
But after two impeachments, a reelection defeat, the disgrace of January 6, multiple indictments, a felony conviction, and much else besides, Trump has gained strength rather than shed it.
—Rich Lowry, National Review, 30 Oct. 2024
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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
Adverb
Usually comprised of at least a dozen companies, including publishers of source material, radio and TV stations, advertising agencies and more besides, consensus from the production committee is necessary for most major artistic and commercial decisions.
—Gavin J Blair, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
But after two impeachments, a reelection defeat, the disgrace of January 6, multiple indictments, a felony conviction, and much else besides, Trump has gained strength rather than shed it.
—Rich Lowry, National Review, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Besides.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/besides. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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besides
1 of 2 preposition
be·sides
bi-ˈsīdz
1
: except for
no one besides me knows about it
2
: in addition to
besides being useful, it looks good
besides
2 of 2 adverb
: in addition : also
had a big dinner and dessert besides
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