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edge

Pronunciation: [/ɛd͡ʒ/]

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edge: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use edge in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical boundaries”

(noun) the outside or border of something, like the very edge of a table or a cliff. It's the place where something stops and something else begins.

Example

She carefully balanced the plate on the edge of the table.

Example

Be careful not to step over the edge of the cliff.

Example

Where is the edge of the bookshelf?

Context: “competitiveness or advantage”

(noun) an advantage or lead over others, like having a slight advantage in a competition or race.

Example

The team had the edge in the final minutes of the game.

Example

Without proper training, the athlete was at a disadvantage and lacked the edge to win.

Example

How can you gain an edge in a competitive situation?

Context: “move gradually”

(verb) to move slowly and carefully along or next to something, like edging closer to the front of the line or edging away from a scary movie.

Example

He edged his way through the crowded room to reach the exit.

Example

Feeling uncomfortable, she edged away from the stranger.

Example

How do you edge towards the finish line in a race?

How to pronounce edge

Pronunciation: [/ɛd͡ʒ/]

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