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as in all-inclusive
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as in ambient
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as in surrounding
to form a circle around
a necklace of sapphire-blue lakes encompasses the town
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as in including
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 enveloping
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 encompassing
Jim Cramer, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
But that changed in the 2000s, when post-op care became more encompassing after rearranging patients’ internal organs.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 20 Jan. 2026
Equally important, these countries have coordinated policy stances within more encompassing multilateral frameworks, such as the United Nations and its agencies, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Trade Organization, and the G-20.
—Stewart Patrick, Foreign Affairs, 18 Sep. 2025
James Raia, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
The pool-scape is the most quintessentially Palm Springs area of the home, lined with loungers under the meringue yellow umbrellas and encompassing a hot tub that lights up for night-time swims.
—Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
The 1st District strict begins south of Marysville city limits, encompassing East Linda and a portion of West Linda.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Floors two through four could feature up to 93 residential units in total, encompassing 12 studios, 48, one-bedrooms and 33 two-bedrooms.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026
The plaintiffs’ attorneys allege the overassessment scheme is widespread, retaliatory and unlawful, and framed the lawsuit as encompassing an overarching city assessment practice for abatements, despite the complaint being filed on behalf of just one commercial property.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
According to a February 2024 review of 45 studies encompassing some 10 million people, eating 10% more ultraprocessed foods raised the risk of developing or dying from dozens of adverse health conditions.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Formal theories encompassing the totality of mathematics do not concern them.
—Quanta Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Full circular passport requirements, encompassing complete lifecycle data, follow on a longer horizon.
—Jessica Binns, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Much more encompassing than detecting software code vulnerabilities .
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
But that changed in the 2000s, when post-op care became more encompassing after rearranging patients’ internal organs.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 20 Jan. 2026
Equally important, these countries have coordinated policy stances within more encompassing multilateral frameworks, such as the United Nations and its agencies, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Trade Organization, and the G-20.
—Stewart Patrick, Foreign Affairs, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
The futuristic-looking MBUX Hyperscreen is the dominant interior feature, encompassing the entire dashboard.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
The pool-scape is the most quintessentially Palm Springs area of the home, lined with loungers under the meringue yellow umbrellas and encompassing a hot tub that lights up for night-time swims.
—Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
The 1st District strict begins south of Marysville city limits, encompassing East Linda and a portion of West Linda.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Floors two through four could feature up to 93 residential units in total, encompassing 12 studios, 48, one-bedrooms and 33 two-bedrooms.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026
The plaintiffs’ attorneys allege the overassessment scheme is widespread, retaliatory and unlawful, and framed the lawsuit as encompassing an overarching city assessment practice for abatements, despite the complaint being filed on behalf of just one commercial property.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
According to a February 2024 review of 45 studies encompassing some 10 million people, eating 10% more ultraprocessed foods raised the risk of developing or dying from dozens of adverse health conditions.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Formal theories encompassing the totality of mathematics do not concern them.
—Quanta Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Full circular passport requirements, encompassing complete lifecycle data, follow on a longer horizon.
—Jessica Binns, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompassing
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For subscribers: Las Vegas has a reputation as a playland for the rich, but hotel operators are hoping new all-inclusive offerings will bring in droves of new customers.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
29 Apr. 2026
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Luxury car rentals, all-inclusive resort packages, and scenic river cruises only scratch the surface of what Orbitz has to offer with new deals dropping every week for popular destinations across the country.—
Paris Wilson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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As low-power electronics improve, devices that run on small amounts of ambient energy could become more common.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Maryland rapper continues to carve out a niche for himself in hushed ambient rap over a choice selection of psychedelic, nocturnal beats.—
Olivier Lafontant,
Pitchfork,
27 Apr. 2026
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Those elements include the air surrounding the instrument, simulated using acoustic wave equations.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
4 May 2026
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Drawing on Renaissance design, the goal was to create a romantic atmosphere in which guests are immersed in a scene fit for a work of art, placing them—and the wearable art on their bodies—within the visual tradition of the surrounding pieces.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
4 May 2026
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However, the opening bid is set at $1 million, and the auction house estimates that the historic gold nugget will realize between $3 million and $7 million, not including the buyer’s premium.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Those pullbacks, in turn, prompted legislation in several states, including Minnesota, to stop drug manufacturers from restricting their 340B discounts.—
Dené K. Dryden,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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Sunny skies and mild breezes are enveloping the Pharmalot campus once again.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
7 May 2026
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Freddie Freeman reached Tucker first, enveloping him in a hug.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Interceptor drones as part of a comprehensive air defense system are now being sought by Middle East and Gulf countries amid the Iran war, according to Ukrainian officials.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2026
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With overwhelming bipartisan support, Indiana enacted one of the most comprehensive state-level national security laws in the country.—
Joe Gebbia Sr,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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However, previous silicon-photonics lidar designs struggled to scan peripheral angles effectively.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
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The same study notes that the hormonal cascade may even dull pain by activating peripheral nerves and autonomic pathways.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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The upper features criss-crossing straps across the toes and skinner straps encircling the ankle.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
4 May 2026
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Existing storage facilities within Beijing’s Sixth Ring Road—an encircling expressway about 15 to 20 miles from the city center—are limited to storing a maximum of three drones or 10 core components while also being required to undergo police inspections.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Encompassing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompassing. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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