American Dictionary
Definition beyond in American English
beyond
adverb, preposition
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adverb, preposition
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
Beyond can be used in the following ways:
as a preposition (followed by a noun): the world beyond the prison wall
as an adverb (without a following noun): The empire extended to the Danube River and beyond.
The fans' behavior on Sunday went beyond what is acceptable.
I know nothing about him beyond the fact that he used to work for the government.
I'm afraid the watch is damaged beyond repair (=it cannot be repaired).
continuing after a particular time or date
continuing after a particular time or date
We aren't attempting to plan ahead beyond the next two years.
more than a particular amount or higher than a particular level
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