outwith
Britishpreposition
Example Sentences
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That defeat followed one in the Supreme Court, which meant the levers which could trigger independence seem largely outwith the first minister's hands.
From BBC • Dec. 20, 2024
The transport operator said it had taken the "difficult decision" to divert services away from Niddrie due to "circumstances outwith their control".
From BBC • Nov. 5, 2024
The judge told the court: “The legislation is not in accordance with law and the Northern Ireland Assembly acted outwith the margin of appreciation afforded to it in this field”.
From BBC • May 31, 2024
In August, he asked the Supreme Court to "decline to determine the reference", saying it was outwith the court's jurisdiction.
From BBC • Oct. 10, 2022
The vast majority of the Irish are now outwith their native isle.
From Stand Up, Ye Dead by Maclean, Norman
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