as in adjacent
having a border in common
a country given to constant disagreements with bordering nations
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as in bounding
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 bordering
Cate Charron, IndyStar, 30 Mar. 2026
For months, mobile internet service interruptions have hit Russia’s regions, particularly in provinces bordering Ukraine, which has staged incursions and launched strikes inside Russian territory to counter Russia’s full-scale invasion.
—Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
The Caspian Sea divides parts of southeastern Europe from Central Asia, bordering countries including Iran, Azerbaijan, and Russia.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 19 Mar. 2026
Although large numbers of Iranians haven’t fled the country yet, people have been leaving major cities for the relative safety of the countryside bordering the Caspian Sea north of the capital, Tehran, according to the International Organization for Migration.
—Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Although large numbers of Iranians haven’t fled the country yet, people have been leaving major cities for the relative safety of the countryside bordering the Caspian Sea north of the capital, Tehran, according to the International Organization for Migration.
—Sam McNeil, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Although large numbers of Iranians haven't fled the country yet, people have been leaving major cities for the relative safety of the countryside bordering the Caspian Sea north of the capital, Tehran, according to the International Organization for Migration.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
The lot is level and great for gardens with Small Wash Brook bordering the north side of the property.
—Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
Considerations Before Getting Started Before cleaning your sidewalks, gather some basic safety equipment such as gloves and eye protection, and protect plants and grass bordering your sidewalk from bleach and cleaners by wetting them down and covering them with plastic sheeting or old towels.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
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As a result, the roads bordering the Statehouse — North Capitol Avenue, West Street, Washington Street and Ohio Street — will likely see more backups than usual.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 30 Mar. 2026
For months, mobile internet service interruptions have hit Russia’s regions, particularly in provinces bordering Ukraine, which has staged incursions and launched strikes inside Russian territory to counter Russia’s full-scale invasion.
—Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
The Caspian Sea divides parts of southeastern Europe from Central Asia, bordering countries including Iran, Azerbaijan, and Russia.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 19 Mar. 2026
Although large numbers of Iranians haven’t fled the country yet, people have been leaving major cities for the relative safety of the countryside bordering the Caspian Sea north of the capital, Tehran, according to the International Organization for Migration.
—Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Although large numbers of Iranians haven’t fled the country yet, people have been leaving major cities for the relative safety of the countryside bordering the Caspian Sea north of the capital, Tehran, according to the International Organization for Migration.
—Sam McNeil, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Although large numbers of Iranians haven't fled the country yet, people have been leaving major cities for the relative safety of the countryside bordering the Caspian Sea north of the capital, Tehran, according to the International Organization for Migration.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
The lot is level and great for gardens with Small Wash Brook bordering the north side of the property.
—Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
Considerations Before Getting Started Before cleaning your sidewalks, gather some basic safety equipment such as gloves and eye protection, and protect plants and grass bordering your sidewalk from bleach and cleaners by wetting them down and covering them with plastic sheeting or old towels.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bordering
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Trains, buses and the Metrorail will drop fans off at the Miami Intermodal Center, which is adjacent to Miami International Airport and across the street from the stadium grounds.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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An arsonist targeted an insurance agency office adjacent to a landmark Fruitvale district Mexican restaurant early Friday, and although the business was gutted by flames, firefighters were able to prevent the blaze from spreading to the restaurant, officials said.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The latter maintains an exuberant push-and-pull between Rushen’s electric piano, bounding with lightness and dexterity, and her classmate Bobby Bryant’s blaring tenor saxophone.—
Matthew Ritchie,
Pitchfork,
22 Mar. 2026
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Gray will play Lisa, an EMT and partner to the team of lifeguards bounding down Venice Beach.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But it is also engaged in its most severe fighting in decades with neighboring Afghanistan, a conflict that has been largely overshadowed by the war in the Middle East.—
Marin Scott,
NBC news,
1 Apr. 2026
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The shift also orphaned blocs of conservatives swept into neighboring districts long held by Democrats, turning the seats a lighter shade of blue, but blue nonetheless.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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Eco effort The resort has officially banned a long list of items with potential to harm the surrounding environment, from Styrofoam to plastic straws.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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How Mecklenburg salaries compare to other NC counties Salaries for Mecklenburg County employees outpace some of the region’s smaller surrounding counties and other major metropolitan areas.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
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For larger groups or families, the already massive two-bedroom penthouse can become a three-bedroom behemoth thanks to an optional adjoining suite.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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An adjoining lounge area spills out to a terrace with a fire pit and the lush garden beyond.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Bordering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bordering. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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