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as in diameters
the distance around a round body
the circumference of the earth at the equator
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as in perimeters
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
a silly little affair that's of interest to no one beyond the circumference of this campus
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Recent Examples of circumferences
Its main beams are 27 inches long, with over 5-inch base circumferences.
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Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 30 Oct. 2025
Shaft circumferences of 15 inches or more are being debuted by top brands like Vince Camuto and Sam Edelman.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 30 Oct. 2025
Shaft circumferences of 15 inches or more are being debuted by top brands like Vince Camuto and Sam Edelman.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for circumferences
Noun
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Funding should be provided for entryways and perimeters for all school campuses.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Those stadium-adjacent lots, however, are unlikely to be open to fan parking at World Cup matches, and will likely be inside security perimeters.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
2 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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This approach also tackles corners and edges that a hose attachment can’t quite reach.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Paxton’s office is contesting the boundaries of the district and wants the land tied to The Meadow development removed.—
Nick Wooten,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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What readers are saying The comments largely emphasize the importance of setting boundaries and establishing mutual standards when moving in with a partner.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The northeastern part of Norway curls around Sweden and borders Finland, too.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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This makes sweet bay magnolia a good selection for rain gardens and pond edges, along with more traditional planting sites in borders and lawns.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Circumferences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/circumferences. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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