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as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
the brim of the teacup was banded with gold
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as in to fill
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
he brimmed the glass with milk, and now I'm sure to spill it
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Recent Examples of brim
Gemma Allen, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
The hats came with a fine mesh that fell from the brim onto our shoulders.
—Graydon Carter, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2025
Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, other researchers have proposed that K2-18b isn’t brimming with water, but with magma, instead.
—Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Irish history brims with influential women whose stories merit equal prominence alongside St. Patrick.
—Gemma Allen, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
The hats came with a fine mesh that fell from the brim onto our shoulders.
—Graydon Carter, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2025
Verb
Here is a job candidate who comes with years of winning experience, a good track record in Italy and England, and a brimming contacts book.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, other researchers have proposed that K2-18b isn’t brimming with water, but with magma, instead.
—Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brim
Noun
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Texas Tech After making a splash in the winter window, the Red Raiders have made key additions in the spring as well, landing Stanford edge rusher David Bailey and Colorado offensive lineman Cash Cleveland.—
Sam Khan Jr.,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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In a system plagued by fragmentation, mobile care can deliver both clinical impact and operational edge.—
Paulina Wierzbicka,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Just last week, the Florida House overwhelmingly approved a bill that would limit the governor’s role in university governance, including a provision barring him and members of his administration from discussing job vacancies.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
26 Apr. 2025
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More: Could a GOP bill prevent some married women from voting?—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Coogler burst onto the scene with the indie hit Fruitvale Station before going on to direct Creed and the Black Panther franchise (the latter two both starred Jordan).—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Apr. 2025
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Culture Club burst onto the UK new romantic scene in 1981 and became one of the most defining and influential bands of their generation.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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His path has been long, filled with moments of uncertainty and sacrifice.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
24 Apr. 2025
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After defrosting them in the microwave or in the fridge overnight, they can be torn apart by hand to become noodles or left whole to fill, roll up, and fry.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 Apr. 2025
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The stars slyly become the circumference of the U.S. presidential seal.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2025
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The entire circumference of Lake Chūzenji measures a little over nine miles and is lined with scenic trails.—
Paul Jebara,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Economic news Consumer sentiment was at the lowest since 2022, which marked the peak of the post-pandemic inflation spike, in the second April reading from the University of Michigan.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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On the western slope of the northern Sierra Nevada and western Plumas County, up to 10 inches of snow will be possible over the highest peaks, with winds gusting up to 35 miles per hour.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Varicose veins are swollen, bulging veins that usually occur in the legs and can be visible just beneath the skin.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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She’s also seen with her eyes severely bulging, sometimes wearing only a gray bathrobe and without her trademark wig.—
Claudia Rosenbaum,
Vulture,
19 Mar. 2025
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About 300 people packed U.S. Rep. Sara Jacobs’ townhall this week in El Cajon, many looking for answers and reassurance from the Democratic congresswoman about how to push back against President Trump’s agenda.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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In total, your cereal dinner should pack around 30 grams of protein and enough fiber to reach your 25-to-35-gram-per-day goal, according to Van Eck.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Brim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brim. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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