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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
Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Louise Colville, a biologist at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in London, said that the dry conditions in the Southern Levant — an area encompassing modern-day Israel, Palestine and Jordan — had probably been a major factor contributing to the longevity of the seeds.
—Franz Lidz, New York Times, 22 Dec. 2024
Below, 13 New Year’s Eve superstitions encompassing cultures from around the world to incorporate into your December 31st festivities.
—Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Google has had a long and challenging history with XR, encompassing products such as Google Glass smart glasses and the Google Daydream VR platform.
—Anshel Sag, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
While the new Detroit book does spotlight the city’s culinary scene, its focus is wider, encompassing cultural attractions, shopping, historic sites, lodging and more.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 11 Dec. 2024
Alon and Tal are real estate moguls in Florida, with their luxury real estate businesses encompassing both Florida and New York State, according to the indictment.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
What separates scientism from science is the dogmatic certainty that science can provide all encompassing answers to every question that matters on every aspect of life and that there is only one answer to all of these questions.
—Arianna Huffington, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
So, for example, to support individuals with autism across all demographics, physicians must ensure that their assessment tools are trained on datasets that are representative of diverse populations, encompassing race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic background and geography.
—Sharief Taraman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Each year, the Whisky Advocate Buying Guide's expert team samples an array of whiskies, encompassing rare, limited editions, and up-and-coming brands likely to hit store shelves nationwide.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Louise Colville, a biologist at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in London, said that the dry conditions in the Southern Levant — an area encompassing modern-day Israel, Palestine and Jordan — had probably been a major factor contributing to the longevity of the seeds.
—Franz Lidz, New York Times, 22 Dec. 2024
Below, 13 New Year’s Eve superstitions encompassing cultures from around the world to incorporate into your December 31st festivities.
—Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Google has had a long and challenging history with XR, encompassing products such as Google Glass smart glasses and the Google Daydream VR platform.
—Anshel Sag, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
While the new Detroit book does spotlight the city’s culinary scene, its focus is wider, encompassing cultural attractions, shopping, historic sites, lodging and more.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 11 Dec. 2024
Alon and Tal are real estate moguls in Florida, with their luxury real estate businesses encompassing both Florida and New York State, according to the indictment.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
What separates scientism from science is the dogmatic certainty that science can provide all encompassing answers to every question that matters on every aspect of life and that there is only one answer to all of these questions.
—Arianna Huffington, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
So, for example, to support individuals with autism across all demographics, physicians must ensure that their assessment tools are trained on datasets that are representative of diverse populations, encompassing race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic background and geography.
—Sharief Taraman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encompassing
Adjective
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Footage shows inside of Coco Bongo A source told Fox News Digital that the club’s Punta Cana location partners with third-party promoter services to offer all-inclusive hotel deals to college students visiting for spring break.—
Julia Bonavita,
Fox News,
16 Mar. 2025
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The festival’s website said that packages included a room at either the Hard Rock or Royalton Punta Cana, all-inclusive food and drinks, all music events and transportation to and from the airport.—
Rachel DeSantis,
People.com,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Like, some songs that were kind of complete, some songs that might just been a really good drum idea that had a couple of sounds over it, some songs that were just ambient.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
11 Mar. 2025
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The ambient temperature in a walk-in refrigerator measured too warm.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacramento Bee,
7 Mar. 2025
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These two personalities may join forces for a podcast surrounding their common interest in wine.—
Lydia Mee,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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Speaking of surrounding herself with loved ones, Gomez has been doing that with Blanco, particularly over the holiday season.—
Dayna Haffenden,
People.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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Furthermore, affecting the stability of the cryptocurrency market could be macroeconomic elements including inflation rates, devaluation of currencies, or market collapse.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Florida had won four in a row, including a 4-2 victory at Tampa Bay on Sunday.—
Associated Pess,
Orlando Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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On August 16, 2021 — in the wake of an aggressive Taliban advance upon Kabul as the United States rushed its withdrawal from our military position in Afghanistan — Joe Biden addressed the nation to explain the sudden drawdown in forces and the chaos then enveloping the region.—
The Editors,
National Review,
3 Jan. 2025
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The narrative itself, thanks to Whitehead and screenwriters Ross and Barnes, takes care of the structure and the steady, enveloping momentum.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The first-of-its-kind initiative provides eligible WTA players with the financial support and comprehensive resources to start or expand their families, according to the tennis body.—
Aleks Klosok,
CNN,
6 Mar. 2025
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That's in part because Medicare, which is available to people who are 65 or older, provides enrollees with relatively comprehensive coverage.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Entrepreneurs who participate commit to mentoring young people from peripheral communities who want to start tech businesses, creating a virtuous cycle of knowledge sharing and opportunity creation.—
Angelica Mari,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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While insurance typically will not cover these elective procedures, if your peripheral eyesight is substantially impaired because of overhanging eyelids, some insurers may cover an upper bleph; an advance comprehensive vision test is required.—
Elycia Rubin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Mar. 2025
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The outdoorsy feel continues inside, where rounded columns on concrete bases support a pile of timber boxes encircling a courtyard.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
8 Jan. 2025
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Yoon defended his decision for troops to be deployed at the election commission as other forces were encircling the National Assembly.—
KIM TONG-HYUNG THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
21 Dec. 2024
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“Encompassing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encompassing. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.
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