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as in perimeters
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 advantages
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 borders
to serve as a border for
pavement edging the flower bed
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Recent Examples of edges
Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
Weed the edges around the sidewalk regularly and trim shrubs and grass that hang over the sidewalk because their shade can promote mold and moss growth.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
All of Rivian’s EVs, including the R1T truck, share the same boxy shape with rounded edges and corners, along with a nearly identical lighting package.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
Rainwater tends to accumulate at the road edges.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
Despite all of my research—my monastic study of the lines, my careful hunt for small edges, my righteous avoidance of the high-risk suckers’ bets that the apps were constantly pushing on me—I had been burned by a bad call from a random referee.
—Mckay Coppins, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2026
The mowing module may struggle with tight corners and edges, so these areas can be finished with a trimming module that follows borders more closely.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2026
The venue The wedding took place at the First African Baptist Church on the northern edges of Cumberland Island.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026
The ’90s heartthrob bob Jaw-skimming or shorter, this is a straight-line bob where the edges have been ever so slightly softened with a razor for an undone finish.
—Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026
Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 28 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile South Sudan edges toward a humanitarian crisis.
—Alexanderia Baker-Haidara, semafor.com, 27 Feb. 2026
At the age of 17 years, 340 days, Shiffrin edges local hope Michaela Kirchgasser.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
We’re drawn to each design but really like the curved scallop edges and piped embellishments for an elegant bedscape.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2026
South Grand Prairie edges Martin South Grand Prairie and Arlington Martin are both headed to the playoffs and the two teams played a defensive slugfest in the final District 8-6A contest as SGP took a 28-20 win.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Feb. 2026
As Congress edges closer to Friday’s funding deadline that could shutter the Department of Homeland Security, lawmakers in both parties are warning that the consequences may be most acutely felt by those traveling.
—Nik Popli, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
Only the top 20 will compete in the fourth and final run, so if no one edges her out, all three Americans competing in women's luge singles will have a chance at a medal.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
The fire pole edges the loft space too, should adventurous types need to descend double quick.
—New Atlas, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
For a more permanent solution, Wang recommends sewing the edges of the sheets together and leaving an opening to stuff the bed with fabric scraps or old clothes.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
Weed the edges around the sidewalk regularly and trim shrubs and grass that hang over the sidewalk because their shade can promote mold and moss growth.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
All of Rivian’s EVs, including the R1T truck, share the same boxy shape with rounded edges and corners, along with a nearly identical lighting package.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
Rainwater tends to accumulate at the road edges.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
Despite all of my research—my monastic study of the lines, my careful hunt for small edges, my righteous avoidance of the high-risk suckers’ bets that the apps were constantly pushing on me—I had been burned by a bad call from a random referee.
—Mckay Coppins, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2026
The mowing module may struggle with tight corners and edges, so these areas can be finished with a trimming module that follows borders more closely.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2026
The venue The wedding took place at the First African Baptist Church on the northern edges of Cumberland Island.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026
The ’90s heartthrob bob Jaw-skimming or shorter, this is a straight-line bob where the edges have been ever so slightly softened with a razor for an undone finish.
—Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
This reckless action puts American troops at risk and edges us toward a wider regional war.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 28 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile South Sudan edges toward a humanitarian crisis.
—Alexanderia Baker-Haidara, semafor.com, 27 Feb. 2026
At the age of 17 years, 340 days, Shiffrin edges local hope Michaela Kirchgasser.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
We’re drawn to each design but really like the curved scallop edges and piped embellishments for an elegant bedscape.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2026
South Grand Prairie edges Martin South Grand Prairie and Arlington Martin are both headed to the playoffs and the two teams played a defensive slugfest in the final District 8-6A contest as SGP took a 28-20 win.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Feb. 2026
As Congress edges closer to Friday’s funding deadline that could shutter the Department of Homeland Security, lawmakers in both parties are warning that the consequences may be most acutely felt by those traveling.
—Nik Popli, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
Only the top 20 will compete in the fourth and final run, so if no one edges her out, all three Americans competing in women's luge singles will have a chance at a medal.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
The fire pole edges the loft space too, should adventurous types need to descend double quick.
—New Atlas, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for edges
Noun
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That plan must spell out when perimeters are established and removed, how distances are determined, how emergency access is preserved, and how officers engage with the public.—
Joseph Potasnik,
New York Daily News,
26 Feb. 2026
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These passes, like standard passes, are for parking spaces outside security perimeters.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Finally, many families will need to analyze whether to invest alone or with partners – a decision that carries its own set of advantages and trade‑offs.—
Belinda G. Schwartz,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
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The research team also pointed out that flexibility and safety are not the only advantages of the innovative electrolyte.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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
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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
Verb
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Rear-axle steering sharpens a car this size in ways that defy its footprint.—
Sean Evans,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2026
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As your perceptive nature sharpens, teach through example by admitting your mistakes, then fixing them.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Talamantes represents District 3, which borders Kaplan’s district to the south.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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The cemetery borders Parker Street, Washington Street and Cemetery Drive.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Over six feet tall and skinny, with a mass of reddish curls, Fleming leaps and bounds across stage while delivering riffs on the bitmoji skills of baby boomers, ballads dedicated to deceased chain craft store Joann’s Fabrics, and Celine Dion’s gamer sons.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2026
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In the special filmed at the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago, Fleming bounds across the stage sharing his takes on masculinity, conga lines, Trader Joes, Oreos, NPR, dog breeds and more.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Asif Merchant, a Pakistani national also known as Asif Raza Merchant, was found guilty of murder for hire and attempting to commit an act of terrorism transcending national boundaries.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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His ever-moving fingers bluesing the boundaries between modal bop soul and gospel.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The pandemic brought many of us to similar brinks.—
Eric Olson
September 23,
Literary Hub,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Edges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edges. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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