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as in surrounds
to form a circle around
a necklace of sapphire-blue lakes encompasses the town
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as in includes
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 wraps
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 encompasses
Keweenaw National Historic Park encompasses both public and private sites throughout the Keweenaw Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula and features heritage sites from the area's copper mining history.
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Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 24 Oct. 2025
The property encompasses a generous 9,975 square feet of land.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
Iverson’s story encompasses far more than just what happened on the court, though.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
In Haiti, where up to 10 inches of rain are expected, the while country is under a vigilance warning, including the region that encompasses Port-au-Prince, where armed groups control much of the capital.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
In total, the home encompasses six bedrooms and five bathrooms.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
The long-term plan encompasses 59 acres, dubbed Pabst 59, that previous firms had tried to develop.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 22 Oct. 2025
In total, the festival encompasses 47 films telling a range of fictional and true stories.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Kingsnorth’s conception encompasses all these modes.
—Cal Revely-Calder, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 24 Oct. 2025
The property encompasses a generous 9,975 square feet of land.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
Iverson’s story encompasses far more than just what happened on the court, though.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
In Haiti, where up to 10 inches of rain are expected, the while country is under a vigilance warning, including the region that encompasses Port-au-Prince, where armed groups control much of the capital.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
In total, the home encompasses six bedrooms and five bathrooms.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
The long-term plan encompasses 59 acres, dubbed Pabst 59, that previous firms had tried to develop.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 22 Oct. 2025
In total, the festival encompasses 47 films telling a range of fictional and true stories.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Kingsnorth’s conception encompasses all these modes.
—Cal Revely-Calder, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompasses
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This is the second part of a series exploring electric bicycles, their local impact and the ongoing controversy that surrounds them.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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The report released this week surrounds a state antisemitism complaint filed by Oakland’s Law Office of Marleen Sacks.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
24 Oct. 2025
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Lofka’s seven-piece patio furniture set includes four single armchairs, two corner chairs, a glass-top coffee table, and 14 plush cushions that resist water and fading.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2025
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Comcast One of the world’s biggest telecommunications companies, the conglomerate owns NBCUniversal, which includes film studios such as Universal Pictures and DreamWorks, cable channels such as CNBC and Bravo, as well as Peacock, a streaming platform.—
Melanie Hicken,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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Eventually, as the project wraps in coming years, that total will soar to 5,700 acres.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
12 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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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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Each element encircles a central void, which Robertson describes as symbolic thresholds–portals between identities, spaces, and ideas.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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The sharp deterioration in air quality this week comes following celebrations for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which traditionally involves the widespread use of firecrackers which release sulfur oxides and nitrogen oxides into the air, as well as harmful heavy metals.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
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The craft involves manipulating color to create a specific mood, visual style or narrative theme and is widely-used across film, TV and music.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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Dense forest envelops its cobblestone streets, funky gingerbread houses, and colorful staircases.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
15 Oct. 2025
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Exploring the human washing machine The New machine looks like a sleek, oversized bathtub with a canopy that envelops the user.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Oct. 2025
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Project Cloud Nita Platform Sneakers The Nita has a platform that lifts you about two inches and contains a cushiony memory foam insole for your heels to sink into.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Angela has the nation’s largest indigenous seed bank, which contains hundreds, if not over a thousand, different seeds that have been donated by people.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
25 Oct. 2025
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The agreement entails a $3 billion investment in mineral projects over the next six months.—
Lex Goldstein,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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Death watch entails living in a single-person cell with 24/7 observation.—
Elena Santa Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Encompasses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompasses. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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