abut
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
That puts the rest of the oil-producing countries that abut the Persian Gulf in a bind.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
TotalEnergies will likely remain cautious abut its balance sheet and announce a $750 million share buyback, they write.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026
San José was the first city in California to change laws allowing accessory dwelling units to be sold separately from the houses they abut.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2025
But after Lord Leveson published his report into the ethics of the press in 2012 police forces became much more cautious abut what information they released.
From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025
The hotels abut upon the actual sands, just as Arcachon abuts upon its shallow oyster-beds.
From The White Lie by Le Queux, William
Vocabulary lists containing abut
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Close Encounters: Synonyms for "Near"
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Internment
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
