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as in flanked
to be adjacent to
the orchestral pit fringed the edge of the stage
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as in bordered
to serve as a border for
neat rows of red brick fringe the estate's flower beds
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Recent Examples of fringed
Meg Walters, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Framed by geometric breeze blocks that evoke classic midcentury cool, the patio offers a stylish sanctuary for evening relaxation, featuring a fringed hammock and cozy rattan seating.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026
Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
Banks are fringed with grasses and scrubby trees, as colorful hills slant down to the water.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Yes, Justin Bieber is back—and so too are the fringed bras, butterfly bags, and low-rise jeans that defined the era.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Framed by geometric breeze blocks that evoke classic midcentury cool, the patio offers a stylish sanctuary for evening relaxation, featuring a fringed hammock and cozy rattan seating.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026
Verb
During modern times, the Texas State Historic Site has served as prime picnic grounds that accommodated the Star of the Republic Museum, an ample visitors center, a replica of the Republic of Texas capitol building, and broad meadows fringed with forest where the original townsite stood.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
Banks are fringed with grasses and scrubby trees, as colorful hills slant down to the water.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fringed
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His widow, Erika Kirk, was at this weekend’s dinner, visibly distraught as she was escorted out in her sequined cream dress.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
26 Apr. 2026
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Holmes’ cashmere Khaite bra and bralette moment, which went unexpectedly viral seven years ago, received a red-carpet update this time around, with a white button-down styled off the shoulder, peekaboo strap, and a sequined charcoal skirt.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
16 Apr. 2026
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On Tuesday evening, on the steps of the Capitol, House members made their way down the stairs after casting their votes, some alone, others flanked by staff or trailed by a Hill reporter.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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The altar was flanked by two twelve-foot-high columns of green marble topped by Corinthian capitals supporting a larger, curved pediment, next to which were two oversize American flags set into floor stands.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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Windows will be replaced with doors, and the seating area will be bordered by a cobblestone wall.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Even the resort's concrete pathways serve the mission—instead of traditional lights, they are bordered by the faint green and blue light of glow-in-the-dark pebbles.—
Michael d'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2026
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Odessa A'zion's custom Valentino look featured a floral bra, bustier and matching cape detailed with sequin and embroidered flowers.—
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
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Additionally, the set arrives in an elegant box and is complemented by a stylish and embroidered pocket carrying case as well as a matching keychain.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 Apr. 2026
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The two beds can also be adjoined into a single double bed with an optional kit.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Feb. 2026
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When first responders arrived, heavy smoke filled the air and flames were observed in the front corner window of the first floor of a 16-unit apartment building which is adjoined to two other apartment buildings.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
17 Feb. 2026
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The commission's website says the Sargasso Sea is a 2 million square mile open ocean ecosystem, bounded by the circulating currents of the North Atlantic Gyre, one of five sea gyres which are geographic rotating currents.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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Its southern limit is largely bounded by Golden Triangle Boulevard east of Interstate 35W and Big Fossil Creek west of the interstate.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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Cyndi Lauper didn’t hold back when a heckler interrupted her opening night in Las Vegas, firing back mid-show with an expletive-laced response that quickly drew cheers from the crowd.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2026
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Armed with laced cigarettes and a passion for taking things too far, Paul tests the bonds of everyone involved.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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Howden joined seven other players, including Wayne Gretzky, atop the list.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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In an announcement video posted to social media, Martin was joined by characters from Sesame Street and the Muppets, with a cameo from BTS.—
Karina Tsui,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
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“Fringed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fringed. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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