as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
the hem of the blouse was gold
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Recent Examples of hem
Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
Meanwhile, the cuffs of Parker's dress sleeves featured an intricate lace design mirrored at the hem of the knee-length skirt.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 14 June 2026
Joel Khalili, Wired News, 17 Feb. 2026
She’s got her own team at James Ashford’s (Tom Stourton) management firm, but she’s hemmed in by his oversight.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 11 Jan. 2026
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Noun
These wide-leg jeans have a clean, simple silhouette with subtle distressed hems that pairs with practically everything in your wardrobe, from a breezy blouse to a classic white tee.
—Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
Meanwhile, the cuffs of Parker's dress sleeves featured an intricate lace design mirrored at the hem of the knee-length skirt.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 14 June 2026
Verb
Bonfire of Red Tape Since the mid-20th century, London has been hemmed in on all sides by a nearly contiguous patchwork of land known as the green belt, made up of farms, forest, meadows, and parks.
—Joel Khalili, Wired News, 17 Feb. 2026
She’s got her own team at James Ashford’s (Tom Stourton) management firm, but she’s hemmed in by his oversight.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 11 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hem
Noun
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Puff sleeves, a scalloped hem, lace trim, and eyelet detailing give this top a soft, feminine edge.—
Jill Layton,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
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Rainwater tends to stockpile on the edges of roads.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Republicans have been on edge for weeks as the Trump administration’s hemming and hawing on tariffs have created instability in the market and questions about the White House’s handling of the economy.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
6 May 2025
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By Sam Reed March 18, 2025 Get ready to yee, to haw, to root, to toot: The Grand Ole Opry is celebrating its hundred-year anniversary with a mega-concert featuring so many of our country favorites.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2025
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Energy equities offer inflation protection If oil remains elevated, energy companies benefit from stronger cash flow and relative defensiveness versus sectors more exposed to margin pressure from fuel costs.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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That gives retailers a much clearer picture of pricing thresholds and margin opportunities than waiting to see how a product performs at markdown.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
10 June 2026
Noun
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That eight-step process analyses balls according to eight criteria, including circumference, water absorption, rebound height, shape and size retention, and sphericity (a measurement of roundness).—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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Famous for its enormous trunk -- about 36 feet in circumference -- and gnarled branches, the Major Oak was believed to be about 1,200 years old, according to the RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation Charity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
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In addition to fringe researchers and experts, Senators Kirsten Gillibrand of New York and Mike Rounds of South Dakota are both planning to speak.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
19 June 2026
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Sustainability is a priority at Sal Salis, with the 16 eco-luxury safari tents designed for minimal impact, just metres from the largest fringing reef in the world, its barefoot luxury as nature intended.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Following multiple 911 calls, officers arrived at the scene and set up a perimeter.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
24 June 2026
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The sheriff's office said deputies established a perimeter in the area and were actively searching for the suspect or suspects.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Verb
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The country borders Russia, Georgia, Armenia and Iran.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Quakertown bordered Withers Street to the north, McKinney Street to the south, Vine Street to the east, and Oakland Avenue to the west.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Thyme adds beauty to gardens as ground cover, edging, or a lawn alternative.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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Alternate Physical Barrier Edge Cast stone edgers, known as bullet edgers, as well as natural stone, vinyl, rubber, or steel edging materials, are all useful edging methods.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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“Hem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hem. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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