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was edging

  • past progressive of edge.

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The price of Bitcoin was edging lower Wednesday morning, ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision.

From Barron's Mar. 18, 2026

But he was edging toward the mainstream himself, sometimes against his will.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 4, 2025

The Nasdaq composite was edging down by 0.1%, as of 9:35 a.m.

From Washington Times Dec. 20, 2023

The Swiss franc has also gained and was edging higher at 0.9045 to the dollar.

From Reuters Oct. 10, 2023

She was edging her way onto the lake now.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu