Dangerous appearances 'aside', these animals are really very gentle and friendly. [=these animals are friendly despite their dangerous appearances]
In his speech he mentioned her contributions almost as an 'aside', despite the fact that she was the one who came up with the idea originally.
The movie has been praised by most people, 'aside from' a few critics who have called its happy ending trite and predictable.
(..) helmet falling over her head, and she just looks like this little kid. And now she's a grown woman, and she's there watching again. But this time, she steps aside to let a little kid come in to watch 'cause she remembers how thrilling it was. It's a whole new procession, (..)2019 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Winterfell Season: 8 Episode 1