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as in surrounded
to form a circle around
a necklace of sapphire-blue lakes encompasses the town
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as in included
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 wrapped
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 encompassed
The study encompassed 13 distinct types of tumors originating from different parts of the body, including the skin, bones, tissue and blood.
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K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 19 Feb. 2026
His tenure at Citi also encompassed operational experience.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 18 Feb. 2026
The evaluation encompassed evaluations of companies based on direct and indirect recommendations.
—Time Staff, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
The collection encompassed oversized puffer jackets, tracksuits, and base layers, as well as two fresh shoe models.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
Unfortunately, my own formerly overwhelmingly Democratic state senate district, like CD-7, now also encompassed the state’s northern, whiter counties.
—Literary Hub, 9 Feb. 2026
Prior to the acquisition, the airport encompassed 1,376 acres.
—Richard Webner, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Feb. 2026
The awards encompassed all arms of the festival’s industry sections, encompassing CineMart, Darkroom, Lightroom and Safe Harbour, benefiting projects in all stages of development.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
The group originally encompassed Slovak, Kiedis, Flea, and drummer Jack Irons.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 30 Jan. 2026
K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 19 Feb. 2026
His tenure at Citi also encompassed operational experience.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 18 Feb. 2026
The evaluation encompassed evaluations of companies based on direct and indirect recommendations.
—Time Staff, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
The collection encompassed oversized puffer jackets, tracksuits, and base layers, as well as two fresh shoe models.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
Unfortunately, my own formerly overwhelmingly Democratic state senate district, like CD-7, now also encompassed the state’s northern, whiter counties.
—Literary Hub, 9 Feb. 2026
Prior to the acquisition, the airport encompassed 1,376 acres.
—Richard Webner, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Feb. 2026
The awards encompassed all arms of the festival’s industry sections, encompassing CineMart, Darkroom, Lightroom and Safe Harbour, benefiting projects in all stages of development.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
The group originally encompassed Slovak, Kiedis, Flea, and drummer Jack Irons.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompassed
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The 17 treatment rooms are named after America’s Cup champions, there’s an indoor pool surrounded by loungers that feels like the deck of a cruise ship, and the Boiler Room is the spa’s high-end fitness center stocked with Technogym equipment.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Like most spaces in the attractive abode, the bedrooms spill out to the park-like grounds, which are showcased by a pool and raised spa surrounded by a sundeck, along with a fire pit conversation area.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
21 Feb. 2026
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When Europeans were asked about support or opposition to the creation of a regional army that included forces from their own country, 61% of respondents in Lithuania backed the idea, according to a YouGov poll in October last year.—
Domi Suskova,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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Little ones are well taken care of with extras like baby baths, toys, and toiletries all included, and a mini breakfast menu plus essentials like wipes, diaper bins, and bottle warmers all thought of to boot.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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To add a bit of theatrical flair, the gown featured a ruffled funnel neck that wrapped around Taylor from the shoulders up.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
22 Feb. 2026
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Feel wrapped in comfort without drowning in bulk with the Softest Sweats Boat-neck Pullover, a loungewear staple at 25 percent off.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2026
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There’s real, sweat-inducing tension to scenes where Esther, alone at home with her children, is encircled and menaced by mobs of men preying on the easiest of targets.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
22 Feb. 2026
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The rock was encircled by a whopping 58 more pink diamonds, plus one half-moon diamond on either side.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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Police also claimed that the bag contained drugs and paraphernalia.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
26 Feb. 2026
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The court papers are contained in records from Texas, requesting multiple members of Burke’s family appear for questioning by a Los Angeles grand jury.—
Kyung Lah,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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Glenn threw a defiant punch to the air as her music came to a close, then tears began to flow as her coach, Damon Allen, enveloped her in a hug.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Tender cake layers are filled and topped with a rich pecan pie filling, then enveloped with a creamy Browned Butter Frosting.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2026
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The results on the pitch obviously will be and should be the club’s biggest consideration in deciding who is next, but the finances involved could prove a factor.—
Ian Irving,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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The Justice Department fired a group of prosecutors who worked on Smith's team, and the FBI has fired agents involved in the Arctic Frost election investigation.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Money troubles Andrew’s financial standing has long been shrouded in secrecy among the Royal family, the Windsors, and their tax accountants.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Yet, like Bessette’s relationship with the Kennedy family scion, her eternity band is shrouded in mystery—imperfectly recorded through rumors, second-hand accounts, and myths invented by the press and populace.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Encompassed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompassed. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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