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as in to surround
to form a circle around
a necklace of sapphire-blue lakes encompasses the town
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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
Today, the Northshore, which encompasses much of St. Tammany Parish and includes towns such as Covington, Slidell, Mandeville, and Madisonville, is still a popular destination.
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Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2025
In between Yosemite and Sequoia sits the Sierra National Forest, which encompasses several wilderness areas and parts of the Pacific Crest Trail and John Muir Trail (which overlap).
—Maggie Fuller, AFAR Media, 23 Apr. 2025
Taking to Instagram prior to the weekend, the Guardians of the Galaxy star revealed he was bestowed the distinction in his current residence of Hillsborough County, Fla., which encompasses the city of Tampa that he’s lived in for the past two decades.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
The court recognized that Article 8 of the Convention encompasses a right to effective protection by state authorities from the serious adverse effects of climate change on individuals' lives, health, well-being, and quality of life.
—Catarina Rolfsdotter-Jansson, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
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Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2025
In between Yosemite and Sequoia sits the Sierra National Forest, which encompasses several wilderness areas and parts of the Pacific Crest Trail and John Muir Trail (which overlap).
—Maggie Fuller, AFAR Media, 23 Apr. 2025
Taking to Instagram prior to the weekend, the Guardians of the Galaxy star revealed he was bestowed the distinction in his current residence of Hillsborough County, Fla., which encompasses the city of Tampa that he’s lived in for the past two decades.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
The court recognized that Article 8 of the Convention encompasses a right to effective protection by state authorities from the serious adverse effects of climate change on individuals' lives, health, well-being, and quality of life.
—Catarina Rolfsdotter-Jansson, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompass
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The queen of the kitchen is adding a dash of spice to the narrative surrounding Duchess Meghan's Netflix show.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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The situation surrounding Saints' veteran Derek Carr has led to many questions over the past several weeks.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Agents and forensic experts from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) recovered and analyzed key evidence from the Tesla attack, including Molotov cocktails allegedly used in the arson.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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The lack of border security created real problems for Americans, including crimes such as human trafficking and drug smuggling.—
Nicole Russell,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Photo : Sterling Reed Photography Just beyond the front door, dark paneling wraps the fireside library.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
2 May 2025
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After cooking your filling on the stovetop, the most involved part is wrapping and shaping the dumplings.—
Lizzy Briskin,
SELF,
2 May 2025
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Of all the galaxies in this frame, one pair stands out in particular: a smooth golden galaxy encircled by a nearly complete ring at left.—
Alan Taylor,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2025
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For several hundred dollars, tour companies fly passengers high above the rivers that encircle the city, showcasing a stunning, bird’s-eye view of the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center and other landmarks.—
Philip Marcelo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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His work involved securing software using AI to find and close any loopholes where someone could exploit a vulnerability in the code.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Daniel also has and continues to be involved in podcasting at the newspaper.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
25 Apr. 2025
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Kail’s Louise presents a more honest style, a more reactionary and straightforward approach to the zaniness that envelops.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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The Rest & Relaxation Retreat is a favorite among solo travelers, couples, and wellness seekers who want the freedom to choose their own schedule while still being enveloped in a nurturing, intentional environment.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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So Koester compiled a database that now contains more than 500,000 missing person searches dating back to the 1970s.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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In fact, some of his other works contain plenty of illustrations, especially for depicting species.—
Danny Robb,
JSTOR Daily,
2 May 2025
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The gutters and vents are enclosed in a thin, wire mesh.—
CalMatters,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2025
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Though not fully enclosed (which saved on cost), it’s sheltered by a wall of ipe wood on one side and a stand of low trees and plants on the other.—
Rory Evans,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Encompass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompass. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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