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

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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

The Kim regime slammed its borders shut during the Covid-19 pandemic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 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

"Sports transcends borders, and we look forward to welcoming competitors and fans from around the world," the ambassador said.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The young mouse had set a scorching pace, marching through the night from the far borders of Mossflower Wood.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques

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