as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
soldiers guarding the perimeter of the camp
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Recent Examples of perimeter
People watched from the rooftops of nearby buildings, the stairs of the Denver City and County building and outside of the gated perimeter of the official event.
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Elliott Wenzler, The Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2025
No punishment for shooting a disastrous 24 percent from 3, the team’s worst perimeter performance since its 6-for-23 effort from deep against St. John’s on Feb. 23.
—Brendan Marks, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
The challenge department stepped in and added a perimeter lip to the barrels to keep the bags from sliding off, and then we were told to resume.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2025
This means going beyond traditional perimeter defenses and endpoint security.
—Tony Bradley, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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Elliott Wenzler, The Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2025
No punishment for shooting a disastrous 24 percent from 3, the team’s worst perimeter performance since its 6-for-23 effort from deep against St. John’s on Feb. 23.
—Brendan Marks, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
The challenge department stepped in and added a perimeter lip to the barrels to keep the bags from sliding off, and then we were told to resume.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2025
This means going beyond traditional perimeter defenses and endpoint security.
—Tony Bradley, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perimeter
Noun
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The brass hardware gives it a hint of an edge to balance out the rustic wood, while the scalloped details on the doors adds some whimsy to the mix.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
4 Apr. 2025
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Markets have been on edge: The Russell 2000, which tracks smaller companies, entered a bear market Thursday.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The entire circumference of Lake Chūzenji measures a little over nine miles and is lined with scenic trails.—
Paul Jebara,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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In the third century BC, for instance, the ancient Greek mathematician Eratosthenes estimated the circumference of the Earth—roughly 25,000 miles—by measuring shadows cast by the sun in just two cities about 500 miles apart.—
Leila Sloman,
WIRED,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The work radiates a rare curiosity and playfulness, slipping between the boundaries of literature, performance, and archaeology.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
29 Mar. 2025
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Lamm is responsible for Chaotic Moon Studios, a software design and development company that pushed the boundaries of digital experiences.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2025
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This policy shift is part of a broader strategy focused on trade enforcement, border security, and protecting domestic manufacturing.—
Aleksandra Bal,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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But a corresponding bill in neighboring Illinois, House Bill 1500, remains stuck in committee, and there is ample reason to be skeptical about any change to state borders taking place.—
Made by History,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
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The green floral motif and scalloped edging add a vintage twist that is both timeless and charming.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Mar. 2025
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Each piece comes in a baby blue shade and is adorned with a delicate white floral pattern, bright flower artwork, and embossed beaded edging.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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He’s put his head down and getting to the rim, layups, dunks and fouls.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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The 71-year-old coach doubled over punching the air in a rare show of celebration late in the second quarter when Chen drove left-handed to the rim and hooked in a layup, drawing a foul against USC freshman Avery Howell and hitting her free throw to boot.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2025
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Playing him on the left leaves him on the periphery too often.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
3 Apr. 2025
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Under the terms of the treaty, which went came into effect Jan. 19, Israeli forces had gradually withdrawn their ground operations to Gaza’s periphery.—
Matt Bradley,
NBC News,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Perimeter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perimeter. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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