borderline

Example Sentences

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The 70-year-old is one of the most respected and influential coaches in the game, and that reputation has been earned from his borderline obsessive dedication to preparation for every single match he oversees.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The same goes for a catcher on a borderline ball call.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

US President Donald Trump has described the latest discussions as being on the "borderline" between a deal and renewed strikes.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

She bristles when she realizes some dentists are using AI images to upsell patients—deploying color-coded overlays to dramatize borderline findings and justify questionable treatments.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

When I reached the red borderline that marked the edge of the school grounds, I glanced around to make sure no one was watching me, then stepped across the line.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline