fringes

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Crypto has moved from the fringes of the financial world closer to the mainstream, and it isn’t unusual for people to own part of their wealth in bitcoin or other digital assets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Hundreds of trucks laden with ore now rumble from a newly operational mine on the forest fringes.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

For a short while this season, Villarreal seemed to be on the fringes of the title race but two defeats and a draw in their last three La Liga outings have diminished those notions.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

But he was especially demoralized the other day after scouring for bargains at the sprawling Coche Market, which serves a mostly working-class clientele on the southern fringes of this chaotic capital.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

Falconer made no move to approach the entrance but stood on the very fringes of the crowd, looking thoughtful.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood