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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

Example Sentences

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A small school in the Scottish Borders where pupil numbers fell to just one could be closed for good.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

"This positive decision provides clarity and confidence for the project to move forward, bringing significant economic and employment opportunities to the Borders, while ensuring our communities and environment are respected."

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

He added: "People in the Borders are fairly reserved and they don't show their excitement, unless its rugby."

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

It was only during the pandemic he opted to join his siblings by returning to the Scottish Borders, with him eventually settling in Selkirk.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Couldn’t he just run over to Borders and buy some relationship books?

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.