fringe

Example Sentences

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What began as a fringe subculture is now, unmistakably, part of the cultural conversation.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Her mom tried to comfort her, but Jessica cried as her dad drove her back to their home in Azle, a small suburb on the northwestern fringe of Fort Worth.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

The game will provide fringe players with a chance to impress their bosses, Craig Bellamy and Michael O'Neill, who are understandably keen to stress the value of this encounter.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

My mom had worn mini skirts and fringe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

When everybody is finally settled, a balding man with a fringe of white hair comes onstage to stand behind a podium.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein