as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
the margins of the paper should only be an inch wide
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as in to border
to serve as a border for
the riverbed is margined by a flat beach of smooth rocks
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Recent Examples of margin
Juan Carlos Blanco, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
Right now, those margins are mental, messy and massive.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 11 May 2026
This dynamic contributes to margin protection, particularly in competitive sectors where pricing flexibility is constrained.
—Rafael Moiseev, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Kenny Atkinson’s squad then appeared somewhat deflated in Game 2 on Thursday, ultimately falling by a 16-point margin and shooting only 39% despite emerging from the first quarter with a lead.
—Juan Carlos Blanco, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
Right now, those margins are mental, messy and massive.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
Verb
Microsoft highlights productivity gains and organizational change, but there isn’t a focus on tying AI adoption to margin improvement, cost reduction, or payback periods.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 11 May 2026
This dynamic contributes to margin protection, particularly in competitive sectors where pricing flexibility is constrained.
—Rafael Moiseev, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for margin
Noun
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The mattress on the bed was a little short and my bare feet hung off the edge, beyond the light white sheet.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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All that was left of the snow was shoveled into melting mounds at the edges of intersections and crosswalks.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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After three years of closures due to waterline repairs, a more than 2,000-acre state park bordering Lake Tahoe has reopened just in time for Memorial Day weekend travel.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2026
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Besides color, leaves may be oval, pointed, scalloped, patterned, or veined or bordered with contrasting color.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
Noun
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Even Donovan Mitchell’s 31-point performance wasn’t enough to keep Cleveland competitive as the Knicks’ defense smothered the Cavaliers’ perimeter attack for the fourth straight game.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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Establishing a perimeter would seem to be the first manifestation of a safety zone on the lunar surface, although Isaacman would not confirm this when asked directly.—
Andrew Cunningham,
ArsTechnica,
26 May 2026
Noun
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Shorter varieties are perfect for the front of borders and edging paths and patios.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
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Asymmetrical scalloped edging, warm wood, and clean lines make this whimsical mirror an easy yes for a midimalist setup.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Earlier, Mars square Pluto may intensify pressure between group expectations and personal boundaries.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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The Litani River has been a de facto boundary in Lebanon, with large areas to the south under Israeli military control despite the ceasefire that’s been in place for more than a month.—
Kareem Chehayeb,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
Noun
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The large circumference allows the rice to cook through while a crispy socarrat forms on the bottom of the pan.—
José Andrés,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 May 2026
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With the entire circumference surrounded by a sea of humanity, Bishnoi hung back, her hands clasped in front of her mouth, while Rai went and lofted the Wanamaker Trophy above his head.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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“Margin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/margin. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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