1
as in to surround
to form a circle around
a necklace of sapphire-blue lakes encompasses the town
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2
as in to include
to have as part of a whole
textbooks on American history are now likely to encompass its social history as well as its political and military history
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
a fog of mystery has long encompassed this fraternal organization, which is known for its secret rituals
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Recent Examples of encompass
Strategic Partners For Armenia, the partnership is already strategic, encompassing logistical projects, border security, cyber defense, and technology.
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Michele Crestani, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Taylor Swift's filmography encompasses a range of projects, including music documentaries, concert movies, and feature-length films.
—Janey Tracey, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
The art will encompass the stories of Black people who journeyed north to escape slavery and the early Westfield settlers who ran safehouses that harbored them during their travels.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
And the research captured a snapshot in time; the period studied encompassed the tail end of the academic year.
—Lee V. Gaines, NPR, 2 Oct. 2025
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Michele Crestani, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Taylor Swift's filmography encompasses a range of projects, including music documentaries, concert movies, and feature-length films.
—Janey Tracey, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
The art will encompass the stories of Black people who journeyed north to escape slavery and the early Westfield settlers who ran safehouses that harbored them during their travels.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
And the research captured a snapshot in time; the period studied encompassed the tail end of the academic year.
—Lee V. Gaines, NPR, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompass
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While Nashville has grown by leaps and bounds, so have its smaller surrounding cities, as people flock to the suburbs, eager to enjoy small-town charm while staying close to the conveniences of a major metro.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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The paddock was filled with drivers and engineers working together while surrounded by fans watching closely.—
Keenan Thompson,
Freep.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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This decadent dish included Maltina beef, braised greens, and party jollof.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Essence,
8 Oct. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Oct. 2025
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The beauty of the design is that the wood wraps around the entire back.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
10 Oct. 2025
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Final voice recording wrapped early this year ahead of the film’s August premiere.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
10 Oct. 2025
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The Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway is a looped route, one that meanders through the Chattahoochee National Forest and encircles the headwaters of the Chattahoochee River.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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Though Israeli forces will continue to encircle Gaza City, this lull in combat operations is intended to allow Hamas members to locate the 48 remaining hostages, the Israeli military said, with fewer than half of those estimated to be still alive.—
Willem Marx,
NPR,
4 Oct. 2025
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No other vehicles appeared to have been involved in the crash, and damage to the surrounding area was limited to the parking lot, Nunez said.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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In addition to the exploding festival stage, there’s a drunken bachelorette wreck, plus a jaw-dropping boy-with-the-red-balloon moment involving a little girl and a kite.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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Like the ominous mist that covers the coastal town of The Fog's Antonio Bay, John Carpenter's atmospheric spooker envelops viewers like a heavy blanket.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Oct. 2025
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Farther inland, flooding of rivers or creeks could envelop other hospitals, particularly in Appalachia and the Midwest.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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McSweeney’s elevation appeared bizarre, but Bailey and his selection team have openly stated their belief that the Test team should contain the best six batters regardless of position.—
Sam Dalling,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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But much like Week 1 against Justin Herbert and the Chargers, the Chiefs’ inability to contain the opposing quarterback in timely spots lost them the football game.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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In 2004, Rader resumed sending letters, including one to The Wichita Eagle, enclosing Wegerle’s drivers license and photos of the crime scene.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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The tree produces an annual fall harvest of walnuts, enclosed in a green husk that darkens when ripe.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Encompass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompass. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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