as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
was on the fringes of the crowd and couldn't see the speaker
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as in to join
to be adjacent to
the orchestral pit fringed the edge of the stage
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as in to border
to serve as a border for
neat rows of red brick fringe the estate's flower beds
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Recent Examples of fringe
Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Gone is the tired exceptionalism of American superheroes as Kang places them on the fringes of society.
—Geoffrey Bunting, Time, 1 Aug. 2025
Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 17 July 2025
This stretch of Atlantic coast is the perfect crowd-free escape in the mornings: a long stretch of beach fringed by windswept dunes, with waves that are usually ridable.
—Mary Holland, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
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Noun
Loomer operated for a decade on the political fringe.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Gone is the tired exceptionalism of American superheroes as Kang places them on the fringes of society.
—Geoffrey Bunting, Time, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
The surrounding sidewalks are fringed with gasping palms and packed tightly with bodies in capri pants and sleeveless sweaters.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 17 July 2025
This stretch of Atlantic coast is the perfect crowd-free escape in the mornings: a long stretch of beach fringed by windswept dunes, with waves that are usually ridable.
—Mary Holland, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fringe
Noun
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Wilson’s experience gives him the edge on the No. 2 role, but Ewers, a 2025 seventh-round pick, has been one of camp’s pleasant surprises, and that should earn the former Texas starter a spot on the 53-man roster.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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The square stones have rounded edges to prevent scratching, and there’s no unpleasant metallic taste.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Once done, the camera panned over to Kris, who gave a sassy smile before joining her girls.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Kering spearheaded the fund with Conservation International in 2021; Zara parent company Inditex joined in 2023.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Orland Park plans to make safety improvements at 159th Street and 94th Avenue, bordering Orland Hills, and will get $150,000 toward design of the work.—
Mike Nolan,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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Violent crime is lowest in Ward 3 in the affluent northwest part of the city, bordering Maryland and across the Potomac River from Virginia.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This is what 61% containment means Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Groce joins Gainesville Buchholz standout athlete Justin Williams and 4-star receiver Marquez Daniel as explosive perimeter playmakers in the Napier’s fifth recruiting class at UF.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Most snakebites occur when a rattlesnake is handled or accidentally touched by someone walking or climbing, according to the U.S. Forest Service.—
Marina Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
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The forum later said they were profoundly touched by her visit.—
Bonny Chu , Danielle Wallace,
FOXNews.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The Better Homes & Gardens 9' Scallop Patio Umbrella offers an affordable option for those who are fond of the soothing blue color and charming scallop edging.—
Sandi Schwartz,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
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Thin plastic edging may break down quickly, so choose something that will hold up over time.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Ellison, flanked by president Jeff Shell, chairman of TV media George Cheeks and COO Andy Gordon, spoke with reporters about the deal close on Thursday while at Paramount’s Times Square office during a media presentation.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Aug. 2025
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Traditional aircraft design features a pressured tube for the passengers flanked by wings.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Still, once Venus meets with Saturn and Neptune on Aug. 25 and 26, you are encouraged to set firm boundaries with yourself or a significant other.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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When a client doesn’t just smile but elevates—makes more money, sets stronger boundaries or magnetizes healthier relationships—you’re no longer delivering a program.—
Shay Levister,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Fringe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fringe. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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