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.
(..) To steal her magic secrets, and now he's stolen my magic too. He's a greedy little thief. There's nothing good about him. Step aside, little girl. I'm going to take my seal back from him. There's a spell on the seal, and anyone who steals it will die. No, you can't! You idiots! (..)2001 Spirited Away
(..) - Gold! - Hey, wait! That's company property! Back off! Our guest is still here, you idiots! Sen, you're in our guest's way. Step aside. Open the main gates! Make way! Sen, you did great! We made so much money! That spirit is rich and powerful. Everyone, learn from Sen. (..)2001 Spirited Away