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as in bite
a harsh or sharp quality
the teacher's voice had a sarcastic edge as she welcomed the tardy student to class
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as in perimeter
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
the design along the edge of the plate is badly worn
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as in advantage
the more favorable condition or position in a competition
my big feet give me something of an edge in swimming
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as in efficacy
the power to produce a desired result
the utter lack of enforcement provisions totally blunts the edge of the law
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as in to border
to serve as a border for
pavement edging the flower bed
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Recent Examples of edge
Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 9 May 2025
Jalen Brunson said Boston’s rebounding edge is a product of its volume from three.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 9 May 2025
Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2025
And so far, the economy remains resilient, with unemployment near a 50-year low and inflation edging down to 2.4% in March.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2025
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Noun
This one doesn’t require frequent visits to keep those edges razor-sharp.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 9 May 2025
Jalen Brunson said Boston’s rebounding edge is a product of its volume from three.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 9 May 2025
Verb
Another key measure of the economy's health — known as final sales to private domestic purchasers — also rose 3% in the first quarter, edging up from 2.9% in the previous three months.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2025
And so far, the economy remains resilient, with unemployment near a 50-year low and inflation edging down to 2.4% in March.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for edge
Noun
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The agency says that the disease is carried by mosquito bites, and symptoms include fever, pain, and other flu-like symptoms.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
15 May 2025
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The baby is a twin, and her twin brother also had bite marks on his feet, officials said.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
Noun
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
11 May 2025
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This was certifiably his worst night ever as a perimeter threat.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
10 May 2025
Noun
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Build combinations for maximum impact The most powerful advantage comes from unique combinations.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Minnesota trailed at halftime thanks to a 25-15 advantage for the Warriors on the glass and a 17-8 lead in free throws made.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
Noun
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More than 100 scientific studies have been conducted to examine the safety and efficacy of using mifepristone and misoprostol to end a pregnancy.—
Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech,
The Hill,
19 May 2025
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The close call, however, prompted Congress to require more rigorous safety and efficacy data from drug manufacturers and empower the FDA to monitor the industry more closely.—
David Armstrong,
CNN Money,
10 May 2025
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Man Utd and Tottenham on brink of face-off for Europa League title (CBS) Football is never done until it’s done — Manchester United’s ‘portrait of pandemonium’ against Lyon proved that — but there’s only minor jeopardy in predicting that the Europa League is headed for an all Premier League final.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Failure to act will push more seniors to the financial brink, further jeopardizing their health and well-being.—
Katie Dempsey,
Boston Herald,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In that spirit, here are 11 essential tips to sharpen your skills, take the edge of the early slog, and unlock your full potential while going medieval on demons.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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That framework could be exactly what Mbappé needs to sharpen his decision-making and maximize his presence in the final third.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
Verb
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At least 71 cases have been recorded in New Mexico, mostly in Lea County, which borders western Texas, department data shows.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
9 May 2025
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Canada’s Yukon Territory, which borders Alaska, has seen a spike in aurora-season visits, and local outfitters have developed out-of-the-box ways to enjoy the phenomenon.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2025
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For lawn care, start with just mowing before adding edging and landscaping.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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To add a simple yet effective border to your garden, skip the plastic edging and instead go for a more natural look.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Edge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edge. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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