edging

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The price of Brent crude oil, the international benchmark, was edging toward $100 Tuesday afternoon ahead of planned peace talks between the U.S. and Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

The Europe-wide Stoxx 600 gains 1.2% to 624.12 points, edging closer to its pre-war record close of 633.85.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

As investors see the war in Iran potentially edging nearer to completion, that’s benefited so-called risk-on trades, including within the memory sector.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

As puppacinos become as easy to buy as cappuccinos - is the UK edging towards a society that is completely dog-friendly?

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The noise is deafening, and my jawbone bangs rhythmically on the iron edging.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen