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noun

ˈmär-jən How to pronounce margin (audio)
Definition of marginnext
as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something the margins of the paper should only be an inch wide

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verb

as in to border
to serve as a border for the riverbed is margined by a flat beach of smooth rocks

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Recent Examples of margin
Noun
When your rate adjusts, your lender uses a benchmark called an index, such as the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR), and adds a set percentage called the margin. — Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 But each matchweek in the NWSL seems to offer a reminder that the margins between sides are thin and that no result is guaranteed. — Karan Lodha, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Verb
But with Medicare Advantage costs moderating, analysts said the risk to earnings has decreased and margin progress next year can be meaningful. — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 July 2026 That gives retailers a much clearer picture of pricing thresholds and margin opportunities than waiting to see how a product performs at markdown. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for margin
Recent Examples of Synonyms for margin
  1. edge
  2. border
  3. perimeter
  4. edging
  5. boundary
  6. circumference
Noun
  • The negative is that rookie edge Keyron Crawford is out for the year with an ankle injury.
    — Sam Warren, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • China continues to rely on Dutch manufacturer ASML for nearly all of its cutting-edge deep ultraviolet (DUV) lithography machines, while some DUV systems encounter US export restrictions.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of edge
Verb
  • The lake borders New York state and the Canadian province of Ontario.
    — Eve Chen, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Neighborhoods like Boyle Heights — which is over 90% Latino — are bordered by freeways, leading to poorer air quality, a 2017 UCLA study showed.
    — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of border
Noun
  • The tech behind the GEN8 0311P irons includes dual perimeter weighting that helps dial in shot-shape changes without altering lie or loft.
    — Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Tap the fire icon or perimeter outline to view current fire details.
    — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of perimeter
Noun
  • After spending eight hours Sunday cutting, edging, shredding, digging and ripping at things in the yard and in the garage, my advice to younger readers is to invest in high-quality tools.
    — Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The great diversity of forms available lend themselves to foundation plantings, edging and low hedges, as well as architectural accents and reliable container plantings.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of edging
Noun
  • Three different public high schools – Coral Reef Senior High, Terra Environmental Research Institute and Palmetto Senior High – each enroll more students from Killian’s boundary than Killian itself.
    — Austin Horn August 29, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026
  • It was conducted on a dedicated testbed, and human engineers still established the safety boundaries and judged the results.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of boundary
Noun
  • All but one of the other circumference measurements were between 4 4⁄8 and 5 inches.
    — Richard P. Smith, Outdoor Life, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Should people be measuring their waist circumference in addition to knowing their BMI?
    — Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of circumference

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“Margin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/margin. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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