as in adjacent
having a border in common
the new neighbors promptly erected fences between their property and the abutting properties
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as in adjoining
to be adjacent to
our land abuts a nature preserve, so we see a lot of wildlife
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Recent Examples of abutting
Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 13 Apr. 2026
The land abutting the Pinto Mountains Wilderness is also home to badgers, bighorn sheep and Mojave fringe-toed lizards.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
Vinces-Cobena was shot next to a chain-link fence abutting a factory that dominates one side of the block.
—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 13 Mar. 2026
Shipping through the strait abutting Iran dropped 95% in the first week of March, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
—Rebecca Shabad, NBC news, 10 Mar. 2026
Vacationers seeking a Puerto Vallarta-area getaway online in recent years might have encountered Kovay Gardens, a 22-room resort with a private beach and four swimming pools abutting the Pacific Ocean.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The journey of the Tin Building began a couple decades ago after the Fulton Fish Market on Manhattan‘s southern edge abutting the East River relocated to the Bronx in 2005.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 2026
The city issued a reminder that property owners are required to fully clear snow from sidewalks and curb ramps abutting their property within three hours after the snowfall ends, or three hours after sunrise if the snow ends overnight.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 22 Feb. 2026
Though roads have been pretreated, the department said in a social media post, plows are prioritizing major roadways and streets next to hospitals and fire stations, then streets abutting schools and trustee offices.
—Shari Rudavsky, IndyStar, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
When the three-level altar was excavated from the test pit, the project archaeologists discovered four human skulls abutting the monument, along with several long bones, which are believed to be femurs.
—Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 13 Apr. 2026
The land abutting the Pinto Mountains Wilderness is also home to badgers, bighorn sheep and Mojave fringe-toed lizards.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
Vinces-Cobena was shot next to a chain-link fence abutting a factory that dominates one side of the block.
—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 13 Mar. 2026
Shipping through the strait abutting Iran dropped 95% in the first week of March, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
—Rebecca Shabad, NBC news, 10 Mar. 2026
Vacationers seeking a Puerto Vallarta-area getaway online in recent years might have encountered Kovay Gardens, a 22-room resort with a private beach and four swimming pools abutting the Pacific Ocean.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The journey of the Tin Building began a couple decades ago after the Fulton Fish Market on Manhattan‘s southern edge abutting the East River relocated to the Bronx in 2005.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 2026
The city issued a reminder that property owners are required to fully clear snow from sidewalks and curb ramps abutting their property within three hours after the snowfall ends, or three hours after sunrise if the snow ends overnight.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 22 Feb. 2026
Though roads have been pretreated, the department said in a social media post, plows are prioritizing major roadways and streets next to hospitals and fire stations, then streets abutting schools and trustee offices.
—Shari Rudavsky, IndyStar, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abutting
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French doors lead to the gardens and stone walls at the rear of the Mansion, while a butler’s pantry and dry bar, with its extensive additional cabinetry, are adjacent to the kitchen.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2026
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But part of the deal involves the purchase of the adjacent Blue Cross and Blue Shield building (to be demolished) along with its parking.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Extend a small bedroom When confronted with a room adjoining a small patio space, try combining them!—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2026
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Among the bottles on Avra Madison’s list is Anseillan, a wine from the estate adjoining Château Lafite Rothschild, which is owned by DBR Lafite and is made by the same team.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The city has notably been referring to the project location as a combination of Washington Square Park and neighboring Crown Center.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
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In neighboring Wilmette, home values have risen by 11% over the same time frame.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Consider joining a support group to help with coping strategies.—
Helen Dennis,
Daily News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Ultrawealthy buyers increasingly bypass the open market, instead joining developers’ private waitlists months or years in advance before a home even breaks ground.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Bieber had stepped onto a smaller stage, more sharply circular than the first, and two acoustic guitarists came to sit on either side of him, flanking him like twin cherubs attentive at their harps.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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Two matching planters flanking the front door create symmetry that anchors the whole look.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Chavez-DeRemer’s departure came as several controversies were surrounding her, her office and her family members.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2026
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The surrounding counties' mass transit systems are also putting on special runs either into the city or to connecting points with PRT, all focused on getting you to the ideal draft location.—
John Shumway,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Abutting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abutting. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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