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surrounded

[suh-raun-did] / səˈraʊn dɪd /
ADJECTIVE
encircled
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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A week later, Glenn went on a tirade while surrounded by three officials during the Jets’ victory over the Browns.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026

"We were surrounded by them for years," said Jean.

From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026

The course is situated on an island in the Potomac River, and is currently surrounded by roads and paths frequently used by bikers, picnickers and for fishing.

From Barron's ● Oct. 18, 2026

Antarctica is surrounded by a vast ocean, giving its sea ice plenty of room to spread outward during the Southern Hemisphere's winter.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026

I remember how important it made me feel to be surrounded by a crowd of admirers.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo


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