as in wrapping
to surround or cover closely
bowered by a canopy of grapevines, we enjoyed a serene and very private picnic
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Residence hangs over the river valley and boasts a serious treehouse vibe, with a curved pool wrapping around a massive banyan tree.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025 -
The Funnel’s curved facade features the largest single pane of glass ever installed on a yacht, wrapping around a three-bedroom suite with a central staircase, a private splash pool, an outdoor gym, and expansive indoor-outdoor living and dining areas.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
28 Sep. 2025
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Amoedo and Martí also displayed on the enveloping 180-degree LED screen a series of Madrid cityscapes from dusk, warm sunlight still caught on occasional buildings, to night, cars trawling down its central Paseo de la Castellana.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
16 Sep. 2025
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The second collection is Hypnose, which features sweeping sculptural curves and enveloping shapes along with its trademark gold innovation with a velvety, silky texture.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Two big deck houses were erected enclosing bunks for 30, a galley and a ladies’ lounge.—
Eric DuVall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Sep. 2025
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In December 1967, eleven years before The Sweet Dove Died was published, Barbara Pym wrote to Philip Larkin, enclosing her first draft.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
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