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as in edges
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
the southern verge of the national park
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Recent Examples of verges
Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026
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
The lineup of dishes and sauces and combos verges on overwhelming; they’re presented in a mix of typefaces and colors, and punctuated by herky-jerky photo animations—a waving hand holding a soft-serve twist, spidery fingers with brass nail extensions used in the traditional Thai dance Fawn Leb.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
The film takes a fun detour in the third act into what almost verges into horror territory.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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
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
The lineup of dishes and sauces and combos verges on overwhelming; they’re presented in a mix of typefaces and colors, and punctuated by herky-jerky photo animations—a waving hand holding a soft-serve twist, spidery fingers with brass nail extensions used in the traditional Thai dance Fawn Leb.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
The film takes a fun detour in the third act into what almost verges into horror territory.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for verges
Noun
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The pandemic brought many of us to similar brinks.—
Eric Olson
September 23,
Literary Hub,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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This approach also tackles corners and edges that a hose attachment can’t quite reach.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The park borders residential neighborhoods, plus the Brea Senior Center and the local Boys & Girls Club.—
Terri Daxon,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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This district borders Iowa and is home to Western Illinois University; Hammond has served this area since 2010.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The new building Musk posted about is in nearby Southaven, Mississippi, and adjoins the Colossus 2 facility, the Information reported earlier Tuesday, citing property records and a person familiar with the project.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
31 Dec. 2025
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Here, a marble island anchors the cooking space, which adjoins a more casual dining area and the family room.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
13 Dec. 2025
Noun
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However, if your income tops those thresholds, 25% of your benefits may be taxed.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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The project is designed to pressure-test whether elastane alternatives—and emerging recycling pathways—can meet the performance, scalability and commercial thresholds brands require to move beyond pilots.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Funding should be provided for entryways and perimeters for all school campuses.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Those stadium-adjacent lots, however, are unlikely to be open to fan parking at World Cup matches, and will likely be inside security perimeters.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
2 Feb. 2026
Verb
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And this touches what seems the central tension of the poem, that God doesn’t have to live with and experience the repercussions of their choices and actions; the speaker does.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Feb. 2026
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Any plates, cups, mugs, silverware, or casserole dishes must be cleaned before food touches the surface.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Paxton’s office is contesting the boundaries of the district and wants the land tied to The Meadow development removed.—
Nick Wooten,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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What readers are saying The comments largely emphasize the importance of setting boundaries and establishing mutual standards when moving in with a partner.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Verges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verges. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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