bordering

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Health officials had confirmed the latest outbreak Friday in Ituri province in northeastern DRC, bordering Uganda and South Sudan, according to CDC Africa.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

"However, the law does allow the Attorney General to file an indictment against the person who made the statement, but this is a rare event, bordering on non-existent."

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The six Arab monarchies bordering the Persian Gulf, dubbed the Gulf Coopertion Council, for years maintained their security by keeping an open line of communication with Tehran while deepening defense ties with Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

The nation of three million people bordering Iran and Turkey passed a law last year formally declaring its intention to apply for EU membership.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

“We’ve been sent by Mr. Wellbeloved,” he replied, his tone bordering on defiance.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela