periphery

Example Sentences

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Our next generation of ground- and air-launched extended-range standoff weapons will help cement our competitive advantage inside China’s—or any adversary’s—defensive periphery.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The Gulf monarchies have worked hard to stay on the periphery of Middle East conflict, relying on their stability to attract business, trade and tourism.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

The power of Boys' Love and Heated Rivalry lies in their ability to show what love could - and does - look like for those who live on the periphery.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

The specialized nature of kickers can place them on the periphery of team bonding, but Loop’s teammates and coaches were supportive in the aftermath of the season-ending loss.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2026

The town was an odd melting-pot of agriculture and industry located on the periphery of the southern California boom, a place that felt out on the edge.

From "Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal" by Eric Schlosser