as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
the lace edging on the sleeves gives a blouse a pleasingly feminine look
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as in sharpening
to make sharp or sharper
if you edge the tip of that stick, it should be a fine skewer for roasting marshmallows
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as in bordering
to serve as a border for
pavement edging the flower bed
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Recent Examples of edging
Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025
Neither wood, plastic, nor metal edgings contain Kurapia.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
Testers praised its edging, smearing, and all-day comfort.
—The Editors, Outside Online, 26 June 2025
Depending on the thickness of the steel chosen, the edging can last from 20 to 25 years.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 15 June 2025
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Noun
Resist the urge to edge around trees; healthy trees can be compromised when surface roots are severed during the edging process.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025
Neither wood, plastic, nor metal edgings contain Kurapia.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
Testers praised its edging, smearing, and all-day comfort.
—The Editors, Outside Online, 26 June 2025
Depending on the thickness of the steel chosen, the edging can last from 20 to 25 years.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for edging
Noun
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From steamy dim sum in bustling teahouses to rooftop bars overlooking glittering skylines—the city blends ancient soul with modern edge.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The square stones have rounded edges to prevent scratching, and there’s no unpleasant metallic taste.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Fire containment Understanding what 65% containment means Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Many require a minimum perimeter of 320 inches, or more than 26 feet.—
Connor Giffin,
The Courier-Journal,
26 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Ah, Gloria Jean’s Coffees must be grinding some java for an adventurous soul looking to try something different than a cup of Brim or Sanka.—
David Petitti,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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The first possibility is that everyone tires of a grinding trade war, sues for peace, and reaches new bilateral agreements.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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At just 10 years old, Owen didn't hesitate to join his father, bounding onto the track and climbing onto the car's roof.—
Alex Harrington,
Newsweek,
27 Dec. 2024
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At just 10 years old, Owen didn't hesitate to join his father, bounding onto the track and climbing onto the car's roof.—
Alex Harrington,
Newsweek,
27 Dec. 2024
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Others in the region are also looking to crack down on narcotics trafficking, but cartels are increasingly crossing borders in search of new markets and homes: Ecuador, for example, has seen its homicide rate surge nearly tenfold since 2018 as a result.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The law, signed by President Donald Trump on July 4, extends the president's 2017 tax cuts, cuts other taxes and increases spending on the military and border security.—
Jessie Opoien,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The boundaries are not a perfect square but run from 43rd Avenue on the east to 63rd Avenue on the west, and from Camelback Road on the north to McDowell Road on the south.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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And as the music industry continues to not only grow but expand its boundaries beyond one genre or one outlet, entertainment numbers overall are also seeing double-digit increases in industries like film and video production.—
Melonee Hurt,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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Those placed in the more acidic environment showed an average circumference increase of 0.73 millimeters—nearly double the increase observed in teeth exposed to current ocean conditions.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
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Researchers found that the group who added cumin to their yogurt reduced weight, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference.—
Barbie Cervoni,
Verywell Health,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Edging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edging. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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