beside the point

Example Sentences

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When Nvidia reports earnings on Wednesday, the numbers will be almost beside the point.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

But whether the inflation target “should” be 2% or 3% or some other number is beside the point.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Current profits are beside the point so the company mainly has two types of shareholders: Retail fans or index funds forced to own it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Whatever the precise chronology, it’s beside the point.

From Slate • Dec. 2, 2025

Sure, he’s always paid before, but right now that seems beside the point.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz