edging

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Pratt, the former reality TV star, reported a total of $3.26 million in contributions, edging him ahead of Bass with $3.13 million.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Rather the gauge of inflation indicators is edging higher at the same time as rising government-bond yields globally, robust economic data and high valuations.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Safe-haven demand was higher, with both gold and silver edging up, suggesting investors remain wary.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Home prices are still edging higher on a national basis, because the supply of homes for sale—while rising—remains below prepandemic norms.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

A feeling of despair was also edging its way into the group.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple