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encompass

[en-kuhm-puhs] / ɛnˈkʌm pəs /




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Konan argued that it shields only negligent conduct—like accidentally leaving a letter on the truck—and does not encompass intentional theft or destruction of the mail.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2026

The decision also doesn’t encompass all of the administration’s tariffs and trade deals, merely the 25% levies against Canada and Mexico, as well as a 20% tariff against China, and a 10% global levy.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

It can encompass steadfastness in the face of adversity, selflessness, self-sacrifice, honesty and integrity in one’s dealings with others.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Because police have a monopoly on violence in their communities, the stakes of technological misuse can encompass life and death.

From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026

They weren’t even technically dinos, as if the creatures were so huge and ridiculous they needed their own entire type of monstrosity to encompass them.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older