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Adjacent to, or having a common boundary or border
Related to or located near the waters by a shore
Of, at, towards, or from the side or sides
The outside limit of an object, area, or surface
A frame or paneling that's made of wood
The act of dodging or avoiding something undesirable
Present participle for to be situated along or around the edge of
“The new road would skirt the border of Brazil's northern neighbors and link up with the Trans-Amazon in the state of Acre.”
Present participle for to go around or past the edge of (an object or obstacle)
“Every move closer provided clues on the best route, on how to avoid the soft snow, and skirt the rocks.”
Present participle for to avoid speaking on a given topic
“Zac tried his best to skirt around the issue of Gideon, instead drawing out information about the shop and the vibe around the town.”
Present participle for to (attempt to) avoid or circumvent (a rule, obstacle or problem)
“Radio stations along the borders of countries that regulate radio broadcasts often skirt the laws of the countries that receive their broadcasts.”
Present participle for to form a ring or circle around
Present participle for to avoid providing a clear answer or statement
Present participle for to avert or prevent the occurrence of
Present participle for to prevent oneself from
Present participle for to move or glide through the air
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