as in edges
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
the rim of a glass
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as in borders
to serve as a border for
long lashes rimmed his eyes
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Recent Examples of rims
Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Rounding things out are a set of 20-inch wheels, though 21- or 22-inch rims are available as part of the M Sport package.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
The box contains 484 pieces, such as wheel rims to create cars or a green baseplate for stationary creations.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 27 Aug. 2025
Behind the New Voila Glass Line Grippy rims for easy carrying?
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
The rotor on the caseback is shaped with five arms, like the rims of a supercar’s wheel, further accentuated with the signature sharp lines of Roger Dubuis.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
These glasses feature polished half-rims, sleek arms with spring hinges, and adjustable nose pads for comfort.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
The series package features Brembo brakes (six pistons at the front and four at the rear), Bilstein active damping, and 20×10-inch rims.
—New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
The sparkling candy paint and big rims enticed me.
—Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Rounding things out are a set of 20-inch wheels, though 21- or 22-inch rims are available as part of the M Sport package.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
The box contains 484 pieces, such as wheel rims to create cars or a green baseplate for stationary creations.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 27 Aug. 2025
Behind the New Voila Glass Line Grippy rims for easy carrying?
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
The rotor on the caseback is shaped with five arms, like the rims of a supercar’s wheel, further accentuated with the signature sharp lines of Roger Dubuis.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
These glasses feature polished half-rims, sleek arms with spring hinges, and adjustable nose pads for comfort.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
The series package features Brembo brakes (six pistons at the front and four at the rear), Bilstein active damping, and 20×10-inch rims.
—New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
Check the base of the beater shaft, rims around the motor housing, ventilation openings, and control knobs and switches.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rims
Noun
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Underlit pathways, glowing lobby edges, and atmospheric lighting transform the grounds into something between boutique hideaway and sci-fi set.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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This oblong option has a floral block pattern and piped edges that instantly enrich a couch or bed.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Warsaw determined the unmanned aerial vehicles to be of Russian origin, having coincided with a massive attack against various sites in western Ukraine, which also borders Poland.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Garcia-Aquino is accused of killing Oscar and dumping his body on the side of a road in Oxnard in Ventura County, which borders Los Angeles County, according to authorities.—
Julia Marnin,
Sacbee.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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With technology growing by leaps and bounds every day, more and more tasks can be automated.—
Adam Coffey,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The duo begin a frantic game of hide-and-seek, with the rabbit running from one side of the tree to the other as the fawn bounds after it.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Each match is expected to sell out the 70,000-capacity stadium, and there will be multiple security perimeters, opposed to the free-flowing situation in the parking lot Saturday.—
Evan Webeck,
Mercury News,
15 Sep. 2025
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Earlier this month, a federal judge determined that some of the military's actions in support of ICE, including establishing protective perimeters during raids, constituted law enforcement and thus were against the law.—
Alex Horton,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Chronic, punitive or manipulative testing calls for setting firm boundaries.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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As a result, engineers are actively exploring new materials, innovative architectures, and advanced fabrication techniques to overcome these barriers and keep pushing the boundaries of computing power.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Rims.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rims. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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