edge in

verb

edged in; edging in; edges in
Synonyms of edge innext

transitive verb

: to work in : interpolate
edged in a few remarks

Examples of edge in in a Sentence

although she likes to profess journalistic impartiality when covering a story, she seldom refrains from edging in her personal observations
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Dan Ndoye scored for Switzerland in the 14th minute, finishing off a slick first-half sequence that reflected the Swiss edge in quality and possession. Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026 The 26-year-old is unlikely to be a consistent starter next season, but will ensure the team does not lose their physical edge in games where Mainoo, or whoever else, is rested or substituted. Carl Anka, New York Times, 5 June 2026 Phelan also suggested that there is a faction of Republicans who would not vote for Paxton under any circumstances, and warned that under those conditions, Republicans could lose their edge in the state's legislature and judiciary. Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026 Though the Board of Supervisors is a nonpartisan governing body, Republicans hold a slight voter registration edge in District 2. Claire Wang, Oc Register, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for edge in

Word History

First Known Use

1683, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of edge in was in 1683

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Edge in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edge%20in. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster