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aside

[uh-sahyd] / əˈsaɪd /
ADVERB
away from; to the side
Synonyms
STRONGEST
alone away out separately
STRONG
apart
WEAK
abreast afar alongside beside by oneself in isolation in reserve near nearby neck and neck out of the way privately
Antonyms
WEAK
middle
NOUN
confidential statement
Synonyms
STRONG
departure digression interpolation interposition parenthesis tangent throwaway
WEAK
discursion

Example Sentences

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Sacks and other advisers have brushed aside mounting concerns about AI, arguing that the economic benefits of the technology will make it more popular.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Powell has made clear he doesn’t intend to step aside while the case is unresolved.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Temporary relief aside, however, Voss warned that the treatment is not a replacement for seeing a doctor if a condition is ongoing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Putting aside their differences, her husband and boyfriend went looking for Cynthia that afternoon.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

"With Rowan bleeding. Rowan, I cannot forgive myself for stepping aside and leaving you to be struck. I was taken by surprise."

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda