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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
Accessibility Due to the terrain, which encompasses gravel paths and some rather steep hills, Monteverdi could be challenging to navigate for guests with limited mobility, though the property has a golf cart to assist guests if necessary.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
Executive chef Franck Tasic is curating the five-course menu that encompasses a cocktail flight, salad, hot appetizer, main entree and dessert.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Chemical rockets, often associated with Goddard’s pioneering work but now encompassing a century of collective innovation, have been the backbone of space exploration.
—Lee Billings, Scientific American, 18 Mar. 2026
The lot, which encompasses 8,500 square feet, is further enhanced by a pool.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
Executive chef Franck Tasic is curating the five-course menu that encompasses a cocktail flight, salad, hot appetizer, main entree and dessert.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Chemical rockets, often associated with Goddard’s pioneering work but now encompassing a century of collective innovation, have been the backbone of space exploration.
—Lee Billings, Scientific American, 18 Mar. 2026
The lot, which encompasses 8,500 square feet, is further enhanced by a pool.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompass
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The surrounding ornamental designs of flowers and fruit include the arms of the Genoese Republic and the Custody of the Holy Land, the arm of the Franciscan order that shares guardianship of the Holy Sepulcher.—
Sarah Kozlowski,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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The neighborhood Cadenabbia itself is pint-sized but perfectly positioned for exploring the surrounding area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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The question box includes a space for your name, but this is optional.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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Rachel McAdams came out to speak of the many beloved actresses, including Diane Keaton and Catherine O’Hara, who died in the past year.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
16 Mar. 2026
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Each wipe is individually wrapped, easy to throw into a purse or pocket, and so satisfying to use for a brighter smile.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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Jaÿ-Z last took the stage for surprise performances on Beyoncé's record-breaking Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour, which wrapped July 2025 in Las Vegas.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026
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The rooms Spread over a handful of buildings encircling the central courtyard, Aleenta Retreat's 44 rooms range from spacious deluxe rooms with lounge-y balconies to two-story residences with two bedrooms and a small private courtyard with a plunge pool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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The cuff needs to encircle your upper arm to get a good reading.—
Mara Gordon,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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The three countries have been trying to mediate a cessation of hostilities since Afghanistan and Pakistan renewed cross-border fighting in February, and had also been involved in helping broker a ceasefire between the two in October.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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At the time of the shooting, Harmon and his ex-wife, Britni Harmon, were involved in a child custody dispute, the release said.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
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Delroy Lindo then enveloped him in a fatherly embrace.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
16 Mar. 2026
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Do it in a small space but envelop it everywhere.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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The shampoo contains aloe vera, papaya extract, meadowfoam seed oil, and even caffeine, while the conditioner was deeply hydrating and made my hair shiny and soft.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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The portion of the land containing the buildings is being transferred to the Community Land Trust of Marin, or CLAM.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The footage showed tubes with ruptures and other damaged structures that used to be inside the pressure vessel, which originally was enclosed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Mar. 2026
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As a precaution, the highway leading out of Izium to the next town has also been enclosed in a corridor of netting.—
Eleanor Beardsley,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Encompass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompass. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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