borders

[bawr-derz] / ˈbɔr dərz /

NOUN

confines

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bounds environs purview

STRONG

circumference compass country dimension edge end extent limits orbit periphery precinct proportions purlieus radius range reach region scope sweep term terrain territory

Antonyms

STRONG

center inside interior middle

WEAK

open

Example Sentences

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The Democratic Republic of Congo, which borders Uganda and is where the outbreak originated, has seen 363 confirmed cases and 63 deaths.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

"El Niño conditions will pour fuel on the fire of a warming world. Impacts will hit even harder, travel even farther, and cross borders with devastating speed," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack confirmed the visa issuances, saying that "sports transcends borders, and we look forward to welcoming competitors and fans from around the world."

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Tracing deportees as they are shuffled across borders in secret has been a recurring issue, lawyers have told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

I walked the land from post to post, trying to place myself within its borders.

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago

borders

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