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encompassing

[en-kuhm-puh-sing] / ɛnˈkʌm pə sɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
including
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It conducts research in geology, biology, engineering and physics, the latter encompassing experiments studying dark matter, astrophysics and neutrinos.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

Lilly’s chief financial officer, Lucas Montarce, told Barron’s in April that the company was focused on four main growth areas: oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and a final category encompassing cardiometabolic health and diabetes.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

The property is surrounded by lush landscaping and features sophisticated stone flooring encompassing the pool.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

He ultimately departed after a dispute encompassing transfers, his salary and what was perceived as medical department meddling in his use of players.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

The time when Kampuchea was a large empire with territories encompassing part of Thailand, Laos, and what is now South Vietnam.

From "First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers" by Loung Ung




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