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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
Kindergarten readiness encompasses the foundational skills necessary to engage in a more formal learning environment, said Ohio State University educational psychology professor Laura Justice.
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Dallas Morning News, 7 Feb. 2026
The supply plan encompasses multiple sub-brands, including Qiyuan, Deepal, Avatr, and Uni, thereby positioning the technology for broader adoption across various vehicle segments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Feb. 2026
The advisory encompasses all of southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky and southeast Indiana.
—Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Feb. 2026
The unit encompasses a generous 6,740 square feet of land.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
In its entirety, the Brunswick Islands encompasses Oak Island, Sunset Beach, Bald Head Island, Ocean Isle Beach, and Holden Beach, as well as the towns of Southport, Calabash, Shallotte, and Leland.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Set directly on 600 feet of beachfront, the hotel boasts an outdoor beach club, four pools, and an 18,000-square-foot wellness center, which encompasses the Bamford Wellness Spa and Anatomy gym (drop the kids off at Seedlings kids club to fully indulge).
—Devorah Lev-Tov, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
Unlike some creative guilds, the DGA encompasses both artistic leadership and key logistical professionals — reflecting how directing bridges both skills of craft and management.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 5 Feb. 2026
The territory encompasses city neighborhoods, working-class suburbs and some rural areas.
—CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Dallas Morning News, 7 Feb. 2026
The supply plan encompasses multiple sub-brands, including Qiyuan, Deepal, Avatr, and Uni, thereby positioning the technology for broader adoption across various vehicle segments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Feb. 2026
The advisory encompasses all of southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky and southeast Indiana.
—Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Feb. 2026
The unit encompasses a generous 6,740 square feet of land.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
In its entirety, the Brunswick Islands encompasses Oak Island, Sunset Beach, Bald Head Island, Ocean Isle Beach, and Holden Beach, as well as the towns of Southport, Calabash, Shallotte, and Leland.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Set directly on 600 feet of beachfront, the hotel boasts an outdoor beach club, four pools, and an 18,000-square-foot wellness center, which encompasses the Bamford Wellness Spa and Anatomy gym (drop the kids off at Seedlings kids club to fully indulge).
—Devorah Lev-Tov, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
Unlike some creative guilds, the DGA encompasses both artistic leadership and key logistical professionals — reflecting how directing bridges both skills of craft and management.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 5 Feb. 2026
The territory encompasses city neighborhoods, working-class suburbs and some rural areas.
—CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompasses
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Political candidates from around Indiana have been redoing paperwork for this spring’s primary ballot as confusion surrounds whether the secretary of state’s office properly processed those forms.—
Tom Davies,
IndyStar,
5 Feb. 2026
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Such is the kind of spotlight that surrounds human trafficking during Super Bowl week.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2026
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One project of the foundation includes artwork by children — usually in hospitals, refugee centers, orphanages and schools — incorporated into spacesuits produced by ILC Dover, an aerospace manufacturing company.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Feb. 2026
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Each class includes lessons on holistic health, often paired with hands-on activities meant to reduce stress and encourage connection.—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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White matter, so named because of a pale, fatty substance called myelin that wraps the bundles of nerves, carries information between gray matter areas like highways in the brain.—
Christopher M. Filley,
The Conversation,
3 Feb. 2026
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Bang & Olufsen has also crafted a soft, premium leather pouch, which is offered as an optional accessory that wraps around Beo Grace’s aluminum charging case.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The trail encircles a large, ADA-accessible playground and also provides views of the South Bend skyline.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Midwest Living,
4 Jan. 2026
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Many travelers choose to explore the area via the Ring of Kerry, the scenic drive that encircles the peninsula.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Dec. 2025
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The legislation also involves zoning.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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That federal case involves Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snap, and centers on allegations that the companies built defective apps that resulted in teens and children developing unhealthy and addictive behaviors.—
Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
9 Feb. 2026
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This process continues for decades until eventually, one day, immune mediators rupture the cap that encloses the plaque.—
Mary J. Scourboutakos,
The Conversation,
19 Dec. 2025
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China has laid out an ambitious lunar plan to land astronauts on the moon before 2030, targeting the south pole, which contains water ice and other resources critical for long-term lunar exploration and settlement.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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This all-important ingredient contains nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium (NPK), and promotes healthy, strong growth.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
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Seconds later the lights go out, the ovens switch off and darkness envelops the room.—
Kamila Hrabchuk,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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The soft wool lining envelops your feet and ankles, while the memory foam footbed offers comfortable support.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Encompasses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompasses. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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