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noun

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Definition of edgenext
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as in bite
a harsh or sharp quality the teacher's voice had a sarcastic edge as she welcomed the tardy student to class

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2
as in perimeter
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something the design along the edge of the plate is badly worn

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as in advantage
the more favorable condition or position in a competition my big feet give me something of an edge in swimming

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as in efficacy
the power to produce a desired result the utter lack of enforcement provisions totally blunts the edge of the law

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as in brink
an interval of time just before the onset of something the nation's economy was on the edge of collapse when the Federal Reserve took exceptionally bold action

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edge

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verb

1
as in to sharpen
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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2
as in to border
to serve as a border for pavement edging the flower bed

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Recent Examples of edge
Noun
The analyst believes that Marvell's supply chain commitments give it a competitive edge over rivals as customers seek reliable partners for large-scale infrastructure buildouts. — Tipranks.com Staff, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2026 Arizona, which was off this week, is right on the edge of my ballot. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026
Verb
In the locker room Wednesday, some players, including edge rusher Danielle Hunter, were already trying out their new blue light glasses. — Jonathan M. Alexander, Houston Chronicle, 16 Oct. 2026 Five other starters, including edge rusher Jonathan Greenard (ankle), center Drew Kendall (knee) and right guard Tyler Steen (shoulder), practiced with limitations. — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for edge
Recent Examples of Synonyms for edge
  1. bite
  2. perimeter
  3. advantage
  4. efficacy
  5. brink
  6. sharpen
  7. border
  8. bitterness
Noun
  • The alternate versions certainly add extra bite, and a few outtakes could have made it to the main tracklist.
    — Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Pieces of fish are hand sliced to the ideal thickness and length, and beautifully adorned with garnishes that dazzle the eye and strategically heighten every bite.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of bite
Noun
  • An invite-only Rocket Variant replaces standard features with a single-seat configuration and perimeter thrusters for true flight, rendering it non-road-legal.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Bouquets of flowers, candles and toys line the crosswalk outside the police perimeter in tribute to the victims.
    — Holly Yan, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of perimeter
Noun
  • Ohio polling raises questions Advertisement As polling consistently shows an advantage for Acton, Republicans are increasingly arguing that the polls may be wrong by just enough to give Ramaswamy the win.
    — Philip Elliott, Time, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Firms that know exactly where the line sits hold quiet advantages their competitors cannot purchase or replicate.
    — Matt Alt, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of advantage
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  • Hope Florida Foundation got a new board and filed tax returns, but criticisms of its efficacy still dog its leaders.
    — Christopher Spata, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026
  • In oncology, where treatment efficacy hinges on precise, patient‑specific data, even a small AI hallucination, such as a mistimed test, can misdirect care.
    — Brad Kreick, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of efficacy
Noun
  • If foods or liquids within the main refrigerator compartment are showing signs of frost or freezing, this is a sign that your fridge could be at its brink.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Keegan later moved into management, revitalizing Newcastle ​United and taking ​the club to ⁠the brink of the Premier League title in the mid-1990s before enduring a more difficult spell as England manager.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Definition of brink
Verb
  • Why coffee on an empty stomach backfires Pouring coffee into an empty stomach speeds absorption and sharpens the eventual fall.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Cohan joins the eight-episode series as Catherine ‘Cat’ Keegan, a former homecoming queen whose small-town charm has sharpened into something fiercer thanks to decades of old grudges and regrets.
    — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of sharpen
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  • The ministry said both patients were men in their 20s living in the Wapinda health zone, which borders Bas-Uele province, where Ebola cases have been reported previously.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
  • On the north side, a new seating amphitheater would border the reflecting pool, while glass walls would be installed between the museum’s neoclassical columns.
    — Neil Nakahodo, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of border
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  • Some are prized for their sweet custard and fruity notes, others for a hint of bitterness, an alcohol tinge or even a peanut butter flavor.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Arugula’s natural bitterness kicks off digestion before the first bite, cueing saliva, stomach acid and digestive enzymes that help the body prepare to break down a meal.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Sep. 2026
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“Edge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edge. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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