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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
Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2026
The animation is a little rough around the edges — there’s a shot of wine being poured down a sink where the red liquid is depicted in CGI, for some reason — but the slightly retro style with the characters’ prominent lips and sharp chins added to the camp appeal.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 3 Apr. 2026
Estrada points to designs like Piegatto’s Toko Tables, where solid hardwood volumes are stacked in a way that feels almost gravity-defying—rounded edges, subtle curves, and a more sculptural presence that anchors the room without feeling heavy.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
Astronomers have discovered that rapidly spinning dead stars called neutron stars at the heart of pulsars can blast out radio signals from their edges.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2026
But since 1978, Beijing has been planting hardy shrubs and trees around its edges to hold it back.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
There are soft edges and hard edges, formal spaces that don’t thwart spontaneity, casual spaces that can be used for more serious business.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Bake until crust is fragrant and edges are golden, 12-14 minutes.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
That includes four players who transferred — edges Trey White (Texas Tech) and Ryan Henderson (Texas A&M), linebacker Owen Chambliss (Nebraska) and safety Dwayne McDougle (Nebraska).
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The genetic sequencing now underway could open doors to more discoveries in the same region — and the habitat pressures flagged by the authors are worth watching as farmland edges closer to the park boundary.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
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
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
Noun
Rainwater tends to accumulate at the road edges.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2026
The animation is a little rough around the edges — there’s a shot of wine being poured down a sink where the red liquid is depicted in CGI, for some reason — but the slightly retro style with the characters’ prominent lips and sharp chins added to the camp appeal.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 3 Apr. 2026
Estrada points to designs like Piegatto’s Toko Tables, where solid hardwood volumes are stacked in a way that feels almost gravity-defying—rounded edges, subtle curves, and a more sculptural presence that anchors the room without feeling heavy.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
Astronomers have discovered that rapidly spinning dead stars called neutron stars at the heart of pulsars can blast out radio signals from their edges.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2026
But since 1978, Beijing has been planting hardy shrubs and trees around its edges to hold it back.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
There are soft edges and hard edges, formal spaces that don’t thwart spontaneity, casual spaces that can be used for more serious business.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Bake until crust is fragrant and edges are golden, 12-14 minutes.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
The study also showed that in France, Netflix edges YouTube as first choice of video service by a thin margin (18% and 12%, respectively).
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
That includes four players who transferred — edges Trey White (Texas Tech) and Ryan Henderson (Texas A&M), linebacker Owen Chambliss (Nebraska) and safety Dwayne McDougle (Nebraska).
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The genetic sequencing now underway could open doors to more discoveries in the same region — and the habitat pressures flagged by the authors are worth watching as farmland edges closer to the park boundary.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
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
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
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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This approach combines the superior surface properties of tungsten with the structural and economic advantages of other materials.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Apr. 2026
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Making It All Work Sacramento offers many undeniable advantages, including a vibrant cultural scene and abundant urban forests that are hard to find in many other cities.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 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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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, your focus sharpens on goals.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, your focus sharpens on goals.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The 120-acre site along Lewis Avenue between 5th and 9th streets borders the Robert McClory Bike Path and features open space, wetlands and scenic views.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Ukraine has repeatedly targeted Moscow's fuel export sites in the country's western Leningrad region, which borders Finland, including the major port of Ust-Luga.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Star has grown by leaps and bounds the past decade and a half.—
Noah Daly,
Idaho Statesman,
30 Mar. 2026
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Noah’s technical ability on snare drum is leaps and bounds ahead of other students his age, and his consistently excellent drumming anchors our drumline’s sound.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Some commenters called for clearer boundaries from airline staff.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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February 19 – March 20 Alliances work best with clear boundaries.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
31 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 5 Apr. 2026.
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