borderline

Example Sentences

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"Knowing that we've got here... and I'm actually going to be able to play it, is borderline a miracle," he added.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

Rushing, seemingly not pleased with a borderline check-swing call, argued with Iassogna.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

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

Typical rush hour congestion already creates borderline unsafe conditions for boarding and exiting popular junctions like Penn Station and Secaucus, partially because these rail lines already run over capacity.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

By now we are on 1-4, and traffic is fairly light, which in and of itself is borderline miraculous.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green