as in encircled
to form a circle around
she was surrounded by cheering fans within moments of scoring the winning goal
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Recent Examples of surrounded
Fire containment Understanding what 12% containment means Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.
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Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Sensitive radio telescopes are therefore usually surrounded by radio-quiet zones where no broadcasting or wireless communication devices are allowed.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Jaap Buitendijk, Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures You're surrounded by comedy legends like Kate McKinnon and Andy Samberg.
—H. Alan Scott, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
But there’s a belief around the league that Lawrence has a chance to bounce back this season and achieve his potential as a leading quarterback thanks to a fresh start under new head coach Liam Coen and surrounded by weapons like Thomas and Travis Hunter.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
The midsole features a softer foam underfoot for shock absorption and cushioning, surrounded by a stiffer foam for stability.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
And then, just minutes into the first day of camp in late July, Dubar went down and was quickly surrounded by trainers.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 19 Aug. 2025
Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, was baptized at Indian Rocks Church in 2023, and he was laid to rest there surrounded by family, friends and loved ones.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
In many cases, the revelations of his work have led to governmental reckonings and legal ramifications, yet Hersh, now 88 and surrounded by boxes of files from decades of tireless work, sees himself not as a crusader but as a citizen just doing his job.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Sensitive radio telescopes are therefore usually surrounded by radio-quiet zones where no broadcasting or wireless communication devices are allowed.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Jaap Buitendijk, Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures You're surrounded by comedy legends like Kate McKinnon and Andy Samberg.
—H. Alan Scott, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
But there’s a belief around the league that Lawrence has a chance to bounce back this season and achieve his potential as a leading quarterback thanks to a fresh start under new head coach Liam Coen and surrounded by weapons like Thomas and Travis Hunter.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
The midsole features a softer foam underfoot for shock absorption and cushioning, surrounded by a stiffer foam for stability.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
And then, just minutes into the first day of camp in late July, Dubar went down and was quickly surrounded by trainers.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 19 Aug. 2025
Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, was baptized at Indian Rocks Church in 2023, and he was laid to rest there surrounded by family, friends and loved ones.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
In many cases, the revelations of his work have led to governmental reckonings and legal ramifications, yet Hersh, now 88 and surrounded by boxes of files from decades of tireless work, sees himself not as a crusader but as a citizen just doing his job.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for surrounded
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As of Sunday evening, the fire crew successfully encircled the entire perimeter of the fire in control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Its grounds stretch all the way down to the seafront, framed by umbrella pines and swaying palms—while two circular pools shimmer beneath the sun, encircled by Bali beds.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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In a rivalry rooted in history that extends well beyond the field, Saturday’s renewal of the famed Border War series has been circled on both programs’ calendars for a long time now.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
3 Sep. 2025
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The Baltimore Ravens have likely had Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Buffalo Bills circled ever since the NFL schedule was released.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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The toughest question is whether AI psychosis is nothing new and can already be encompassed by existing mental disorders.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Additional alerts covered parts of Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York locales along Lake Erie and encompassed areas around Cleveland, Erie, and Buffalo.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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At the corner of Central Avenue and Reserve Street stands a pale yellow basin ringed with silver taps.—
Caroline Rogers,
Southern Living,
2 Sep. 2025
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Scratch Brewing Ava, Illinois Shaded by woods on all sides, Scratch’s patio is ringed by a retaining wall of river stone scooped from the creek behind the patio.—
Kate Bernot,
Outside,
29 Aug. 2025
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However, Edgell has since embraced baking full time, according to the outlet.—
Jane LaCroix,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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As the Internet, and now AI, enabled increased firms’ capabilities, and customers acquired more power in the marketplace, the most successful firms were those that embraced startingly different principles.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Surrounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surrounded. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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