as in encircles
to form a circle around
she was surrounded by cheering fans within moments of scoring the winning goal
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as in surroundings
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
the vast, featureless surround of the desert was strangely appealing to him
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Recent Examples of surrounds
Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The energy, lights and buzz of Times Square surrounds you (as does the chance to pile up more Hilton Honors points with this package).
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Tallow, in general, is the fatty tissue that surrounds a ruminant animal’s organs that’s then been removed, heated and clarified.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Different Causes Boils arise when bacteria, usually Staphylococcus aureus, infect the follicle, which surrounds the hair root.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 6 Dec. 2024
Despite their name, these metals are not rare in nature, but can be hard to extract and separate from the ore that surrounds them such that demand is outpacing supply.
—Laura Paddison, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
Another critical issue surrounds Russia's reaction.
—Joel Mathis, theweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Featuring a stylish, classic plush outer design and an interior circular heating element that surrounds hands with warmth, this dual-purpose bag is ideal for many outdoor activities.
—Debra Pamplin, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2024
Subtle aromas of green apple and pineapple add a fruity note, while a delicate smokiness surrounds the aromatic profile.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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The forest surrounds the prairie and offers protection.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The energy, lights and buzz of Times Square surrounds you (as does the chance to pile up more Hilton Honors points with this package).
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Tallow, in general, is the fatty tissue that surrounds a ruminant animal’s organs that’s then been removed, heated and clarified.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Different Causes Boils arise when bacteria, usually Staphylococcus aureus, infect the follicle, which surrounds the hair root.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 6 Dec. 2024
Despite their name, these metals are not rare in nature, but can be hard to extract and separate from the ore that surrounds them such that demand is outpacing supply.
—Laura Paddison, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
Another critical issue surrounds Russia's reaction.
—Joel Mathis, theweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Featuring a stylish, classic plush outer design and an interior circular heating element that surrounds hands with warmth, this dual-purpose bag is ideal for many outdoor activities.
—Debra Pamplin, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2024
Subtle aromas of green apple and pineapple add a fruity note, while a delicate smokiness surrounds the aromatic profile.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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“Surrounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surrounds. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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