on the fringe(s)

phrase

: on the outer edge (of something)
They lived on the fringe of the forest.
often used figuratively
He has been working for years on the fringes of the entertainment industry.

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The neighborhood/area Located on the fringe of the Doi Suthep mountain, the hotel's neighborhood, best known as the Umong district, is one of Chiang Mai's loveliest. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026 Living on the fringes of society, the group take on risky jobs to survive while avoiding the governing body of the Alliance. Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026 Penelope Cruz has embraced the artfully overgrown bang for years and this Chanel-ready styling — replete with bouffant and black ribbon — relies on the fringe for its flirty finish. Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026 The hockey, figure skating and speedskating venues in Milan are scattered on the fringes of the city, while central tourist attractions such as the Duomo and the Navigli have bearable levels of foot traffic. Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the fringe(s)

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“On the fringe(s).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20fringe%28s%29. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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