EDGE IN Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

edge in

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Definition of edge in

as in to insert

to put among or between others although she likes to profess journalistic impartiality when covering a story, she seldom refrains from edging in her personal observations

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Recent Examples of edge in In that last story, Holmes and the evil professor wrestle at a cliff’s edge in Switzerland. — Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026 Robinson sets the edge Edge rusher Chop Robinson offered a sign of progress setting the edge in the first quarter by turning a run by Washington running back Kaytron Allen back to the inside on a 1-yard gain. — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026 The drugmaker exceeded expectations and widened its edge in obesity drugs. — Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026 Russia has lost the edge in its long-range strike campaign against Ukraine, despite repeatedly launching large numbers of drone and missile attacks. — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for edge in

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Sprinkle with sliced almonds and bake for 35-40 minutes until the cake is golden and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

— Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026
Bake, rotating the pan after 25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026

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Authorities have introduced new rules in recent years, including a cap on the maximum number of climbers per day and requiring them to take a brief class about hiking safety.

— Chris Lau, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
In the time since the Freestyle was introduced, the number of specialty beverage chains has exploded, offering customers nearly unlimited ways to customize their drinks, from sugar content to toppings.

— Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026

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