In literature, the word "without" is a versatile device used to indicate absence, exclusion, or a lack of necessity, often heightening the impact of a statement or action. Philosophers and thinkers use it to highlight independence or separation, as Schopenhauer does when describing an immaterial soul acting "without co-operation of the body" [1]. Novelists and storytellers employ "without" to underscore surprising behavior or omissions in character actions—for instance, Twain’s depiction of an uninvited arrival [2] or Maupassant’s portrayal of a character acting "without knowing why" [3]. This preposition also serves to set contrasts or emphasize deficits, as seen when essential qualities or elements, like light or harmony, are deliberately omitted to enhance meaning [4][5]. In each case, "without" not only denotes absence but also subtly shapes tone and context, inviting readers to consider how what is missing affects the overall narrative or philosophical argument.