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around

[uh-round] / əˈraʊnd /
ADVERB
situated on sides, circumference, or in general area
Synonyms
STRONGEST
about everywhere over
WEAK
all over any which way encompassing in the vicinity in this area neighboring throughout
ADVERB
close to a place
Synonyms
STRONGEST
about almost approximately nearby
WEAK
close at hand near

Example Sentences

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“In this case, energy markets and economies around the world need to brace for significant disruptions in the months to come.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Investigators with Mission Viejo Animal Services released a recording of the incident, which took place around 3:25 a.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

"It's almost Scooby-Doo-ish following footwear marks around, but the links are there and you can see it, and that modus operandi bringing it all together is what makes it."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The multilateral lender’s forecasts often serve as a benchmark for private and official forecasters around the world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

“And no sorry necessary. You’ll find the facilities right around the corner. Everything you need will be there.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith