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Definitions
Noun
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plural of edge

"The jagged edges of the broken glass cut through his fingers."

Verb
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Third-person singular simple present indicative form of edge

"The boat edges slowly toward the shore as the tide recedes."

In plain English: To edge means to move very slowly and carefully along something while staying close to it.

"She tried to push him, but her hands just kept sliding off his edges."

Example Sentences
"She tried to push him, but her hands just kept sliding off his edges." verb
"She edged her car out of the tight parking spot without scratching anyone." verb
"The crowd began to edge toward the exit as the fire alarm started ringing." verb
"He carefully edged his way through the dense forest to find a clear path." verb
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