BORDERLINES Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

borderlines

noun

plural of borderline

as in borders

the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something the actual borderline separating the two properties is now being disputed

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Recent Examples of borderlines Her presence helps define the smart way Little Fish positions itself along the borderlines of casual and fancy, quirky and elegant. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

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Noun

Because these birds crossed international borders, certain parties at the Ramsar conference argued that these species were of inherently international interest.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
As with all online trends, the Benadryl Challenge is not limited by geographical borders.

— Andrew Yockey, The Conversation, 24 July 2026

Definition of borders

Noun

Despite the lack of an open flame, the meat picks up the smoke from the grill, highlighted in the beautifully charred edges and marbling.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
The blatant ambition comes with its own drama; Holzinger’s work can feel rough around the edges, creating the sense that, at any level of a production, something might go very wrong.

— Lauren Oyler, New Yorker, 20 July 2026

Definition of edges

Noun

About 15,000,000 Hindus, Sikhs, and Muslims crossed these new boundaries in one of history’s largest mass migrations.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
The boundaries of the Historic Main Street Special Planning Area extend along Elk Grove Boulevard from Elk Grove Florin Road to Waterman Road.

— Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of boundaries

Noun

But given the extensive security around the venue, with multiple perimeters and Secret Service involved, that’s highly unlikely on Sunday.

— Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 17 July 2026
Another option could be requiring the rentals to have security systems around their perimeters.

— Nathaniel Percy, Oc Register, 7 July 2026

Definition of perimeters

Noun

Still, sometimes the songs feel like they’re trapped in amber, with emotion muted and songwriting that verges on repetitive.

— Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026
These ideas are big and ripe for the picking, but James’ interest in delivering a full meal verges on overstuffed.

— Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 23 Jan. 2026

Definition of verges

Noun

But a recent study found that people with larger waist circumferences who ate one avocado daily for six months did not see improvements in blood sugar, insulin levels, or insulin resistance.

— Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 30 June 2026
Its main beams are 27 inches long, with over 5-inch base circumferences.

— Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 30 Oct. 2025

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