besides

besides
be|sides [bıˈsaıdz] adv, prep informal
1.) spoken used when adding another reason
I need the money. And besides, when I agree to do something, I do it.
2.) in addition to someone or something else that you are mentioning
The area has stunning scenery, beautiful beaches, and much more besides.
People choose jobs for other reasons besides money.
Besides myself, the only English people there were Keith and Doreen.
besides doing sth
Besides being heartbroken, she felt foolish.
see usage noteexcept1

Dictionary of contemporary English. 2013.

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