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as in perimeter
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
a rug with a fancily embroidered border
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as in frontier
a region along the dividing line between two countries
people who live on an international border get used to carrying a passport
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as in to margin
to serve as a border for
that velvet bordered the sleeves on this shirt, until it fell off
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Recent Examples of border
Chad Jones, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2025
Johnson has argued that moving one measure would have a better chance of passing the slim House majority, since some hardliners would hold their nose on the deficit spending to support border policy.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 11 Jan. 2025
Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 3 Jan. 2025
It is situated on the central coast of the country, bordered by the Lima Province.
—Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Jan. 2025
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By the time the group reaches San Diego, Daphne has crossed a border — and not just for a crazy night in Mexico.
—Chad Jones, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2025
Johnson has argued that moving one measure would have a better chance of passing the slim House majority, since some hardliners would hold their nose on the deficit spending to support border policy.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 11 Jan. 2025
Verb
Lake effect snow in states bordering the Great Lakes will add to the precipitation.
—Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 3 Jan. 2025
It is situated on the central coast of the country, bordered by the Lima Province.
—Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Jan. 2025
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The fire had jumped across Palisades Drive and on Tuesday afternoon was burning in both directions, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, or CAL FIRE, which created a 3-D map of the Palisades Fire indicating its perimeter and the mandatory evacuation zones.Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Jan. 2025
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Although his perimeter shooting has dipped (20 percent on 3-pointers, 60.5 percent on free throws), Antetokounmpo is shooting 60.2 percent from the field while averaging 11.6 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.5 blocks per game.Scott Phillips, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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The American frontier was a brutal place, but no more brutal than a zombie apocalypse.Erik Kain, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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America at the frontier of energy security and energy technology, finally fighting to win the global competition and pulling along jobs and opportunity at the local level.Justine Calma, The Verge, 10 Jan. 2025
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Favorable product margin rates and lower supply chain costs were also margin drivers.Trefis Team, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024
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E-commerce is maybe tapped into as a bonus benefit in case someone lands on their site or is done through a partner with very little oversight or control, let alone margin.Brandon Amoroso, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2022
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He was rated as the No. 1 edge rusher by Rivals and On3 in the 2024 recruiting cycle.Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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But something else has been cultivated in the process of essentially playing a full extra season in the last six years: a prevailing psychological edge that should gird them for the playoffs in a way no other current NFL team can know.Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 10 Jan. 2025
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Sarkisian apologized for leaving the field after a 2022 loss to Oklahoma State before singing the song, but since then the issue has faded from public discourse surrounding the football team.Sam Khan Jr., The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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The former prosecutor pointed to the dispute surrounding Erik and Lyle Menendez, who were convicted of killing their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez.Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Jan. 2025
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This thrilling film dives into risk tolerance and personal journeys, showcasing their relentless drive to push boundaries and embrace the wild, even in the face of danger.Forbes, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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With its focus on pushing boundaries and meeting evolving needs, LiTime remains a beacon of progress in creating a sustainable, energy-independent future for all.Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
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The 58-acre parcel is bounded by 13th Avenue and 6th Avenue to the north and south and by Osage Street and Seminole Road to the east and west.Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 5 Jan. 2025
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Golden also bounds back onto several other tallies as its sales grow exponentially.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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Repeat and Rebuild During each edging session, practice pausing and resuming multiple times.Suzannah Weiss, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024
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Those still working on their edging skills can trust this ski to hold on hard snow, and those ready to dip a toe off-piste will be encouraged by the Santa Ana 87’s mix of stability in variable conditions and agility in mixed terrain.Jenny Wiegand, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Border.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/border. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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