as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
the hem of the blouse was gold
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Recent Examples of hem
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
Monroe's second ensemble consisted of a chic suit with a fur collar, while her third bridal look was an understated satin-and-chiffon dress with a mid-calf hem.
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Nicole Briese,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
Alejandro Cárdenas Villa,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2026
Typically hemmed in by surrounding land held by non-Jews, the shtetl often could not expand its physical boundaries and was therefore densely populated by necessity.
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Jordana Rosenfeld,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
5 June 2026
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Noun
The lace hem adds a nice, feminine detail to these luxurious shorts.
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Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
Monroe's second ensemble consisted of a chic suit with a fur collar, while her third bridal look was an understated satin-and-chiffon dress with a mid-calf hem.
—
Nicole Briese,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
Verb
Conversely, an outside CEO would be hemmed in by these regulations once the founder departs.
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Alejandro Cárdenas Villa,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2026
Typically hemmed in by surrounding land held by non-Jews, the shtetl often could not expand its physical boundaries and was therefore densely populated by necessity.
—
Jordana Rosenfeld,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
5 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for hem
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hem
Noun
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The Americans came out energized in the second half and a Berhalter banger from the edge of the penalty area tied it up 2-2 in the 49th minute.
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The Samurai Blue have the edge on shots, 2-1, but Sweden has the lone shot on target so far through 25 minutes.
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Republicans have been on edge for weeks as the Trump administration’s hemming and hawing on tariffs have created instability in the market and questions about the White House’s handling of the economy.
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By Sam Reed March 18, 2025 Get ready to yee, to haw, to root, to toot: The Grand Ole Opry is celebrating its hundred-year anniversary with a mega-concert featuring so many of our country favorites.
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For a platform with millions of merchants, a stablecoin that lowers acceptance costs and returns reserve income on idle balances goes straight to margin.
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Energy equities offer inflation protection If oil remains elevated, energy companies benefit from stronger cash flow and relative defensiveness versus sectors more exposed to margin pressure from fuel costs.
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This oil-on-canvas rendering of the Battle of Gettysburg stretches 42 feet high and 377 feet in circumference, taking up a whole room for an immersive viewing experience in vivid color.
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One national survey of over 5,000 participants found that people who exercised in the morning tended to have a lower body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference as compared to midday and evening exercisers.
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On paper, this is also the easiest fixture for the defending champion, so head coach Lionel Scaloni will use this game to rest key players – most importantly 39-year-old Messi – and give minutes to fringe squad members and those who are yet to feature at this tournament.
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In addition to fringe researchers and experts, Senators Kirsten Gillibrand of New York and Mike Rounds of South Dakota are both planning to speak.
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Following multiple 911 calls, officers arrived at the scene and set up a perimeter.
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The sheriff's office said deputies established a perimeter in the area and were actively searching for the suspect or suspects.
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Outdoors, a large rectangular swimming pool bordered by red bricks and a flagstone terrace anchors a sprawling backyard filled with flat lawns and towering trees, and topping it all off is a separate guesthouse, plus a basketball court next to an attached three-car garage.
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Earlier this month, the county Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a measure aimed at ensuring that the thousands of empty lots in unincorporated Altadena and Sunset Mesa, a small residential enclave bordering Pacific Palisades, are not left untended.
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The organic edging and modern handles create a sleek, sophisticated finish.
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Singh explains that plastic edging, as well as wood, rock, or bricks, can crack, fade, move out of place, or become exposed over time, while doing little for the garden beyond creating a line.
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“Hem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hem. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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