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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
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
David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
The district had been redrawn during last summer's redistricting push, encompassing most of what had been Green's district, leading Green to run in the 18th District.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
Smith was dealt not only a tough hand, playing the NHL’s best team by nearly every encompassing measure, but also a short deck.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
The analysis, which included 55 studies encompassing more than a half-million people, found that those who had a spiritual belief or religious practice were less likely to have a harmful relationship with alcohol, drugs or cigarettes.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 2 Mar. 2026
Hapag-Lloyd introduced several war-risk charges for cargo moving to and from areas of the Persian Gulf, while CMA CGM issued emergency conflict surcharges applied to cargo headed to and from various Middle Eastern countries encompassing both the Arabian Peninsula and Africa.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 2 Mar. 2026
Texas dominated many national rankings in the report as well, with the ZIP code encompassing the Dallas suburb of Crandall ranking second on the list and a more urban Dallas ZIP code ranking 10th.
—Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026
Waymo’s service area in Dallas is 50 square miles, encompassing downtown, reaching south into Bishop Arts and parts of South Dallas, east through Deep Ellum, west through Love Field, and north all the way to University Park.
—Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 24 Feb. 2026
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s administration has asked city council members to approve a contract for launching a 15-month feasibility study encompassing options to remove, and to keep, light rail — as part of a broader Welton corridor redesign.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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
Once a vast homestead encompassing thousands of acres, the land was long regarded as a hunting destination before evolving into today’s multiuse ranch.
—David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
The district had been redrawn during last summer's redistricting push, encompassing most of what had been Green's district, leading Green to run in the 18th District.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
Smith was dealt not only a tough hand, playing the NHL’s best team by nearly every encompassing measure, but also a short deck.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
The analysis, which included 55 studies encompassing more than a half-million people, found that those who had a spiritual belief or religious practice were less likely to have a harmful relationship with alcohol, drugs or cigarettes.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 2 Mar. 2026
Hapag-Lloyd introduced several war-risk charges for cargo moving to and from areas of the Persian Gulf, while CMA CGM issued emergency conflict surcharges applied to cargo headed to and from various Middle Eastern countries encompassing both the Arabian Peninsula and Africa.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 2 Mar. 2026
Texas dominated many national rankings in the report as well, with the ZIP code encompassing the Dallas suburb of Crandall ranking second on the list and a more urban Dallas ZIP code ranking 10th.
—Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026
Waymo’s service area in Dallas is 50 square miles, encompassing downtown, reaching south into Bishop Arts and parts of South Dallas, east through Deep Ellum, west through Love Field, and north all the way to University Park.
—Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 24 Feb. 2026
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s administration has asked city council members to approve a contract for launching a 15-month feasibility study encompassing options to remove, and to keep, light rail — as part of a broader Welton corridor redesign.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompassing
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One of the premier private island resorts in the Caribbean, Fowl Cay Resort has plush villa accommodations and offers a hassle-free all-inclusive experience, private powerboat included.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2026
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This all-inclusive stay is only accessible by boat, allowing guests to unplug while exploring the 8,000 acres of salt marshes and 3,000 acres of upland.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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A little background noise can be helpful, so instead of opting for total silence, play classical or ambient music through a portable speaker.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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The amount of ambient noise in Beverly Hills was so extreme.—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
3 Mar. 2026
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This low-power millimeter-wave radar sensor gives self-driving cars a clearer, more accurate view of traffic by feeding them essential data from the surrounding road.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Mar. 2026
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Those stars then produce winds and ultraviolet radiation, which ionizes and blows the surrounding normal matter outward.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
3 Mar. 2026
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Human rights groups have reported that more than 1,000 people have been killed by US-Israeli strikes since Saturday, including children.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Based in Vevey, Switzerland, Nestlé also makes hot chocolate and cookie dough, and has stakes in popular brands including Cheerios and Häagen-Dazs.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Oversized coats, structured yet enveloping silhouettes, and shearling pieces really define the look.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Music remained my tool, my outlet, my light in the darkness that was enveloping me.—
Des Moines Register,
Des Moines Register,
2 Mar. 2026
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Fox has been taking supplements for nearly 20 years, and finds this one to be unique due to its comprehensive blend of powerhouse, natural ingredients.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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Many students live with severe anxiety, autism or ADHD and struggle in large comprehensive high schools, parents say.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Furthermore, since the system is compatible with peripheral tools like keyboards and mice, users can interact with the system in a familiar way.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Mar. 2026
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The offseason saw the Kings improve depth –– Joel Armia and Corey Perry have been valuable peripheral contributors while Anton Forsberg has proven a more capable backup goalie than David Rittich –– but weaken their core.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
1 Mar. 2026
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The sprawling Discover campus features a complex of four buildings encircling a large retention pond.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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In Houston, service will run inside the Loop, a 38-mile (61-kilometer) highway encircling downtown.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Encompassing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompassing. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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