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encompassing

[en-kuhm-puh-sing] / ɛnˈkʌm pə sɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
including
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The property is surrounded by lush landscaping and features sophisticated stone flooring encompassing the pool.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

“These factors allowed Israel to construct a precise target bank encompassing both field commanders and high-ranking leadership figures,” Shehadeh said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

While these cases consume a lot of resources and are not nearly as encompassing as preclearance was, they have been effective.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

Retail sales of new-energy vehicles, a term encompassing EVs and hybrid cars, fell 14% to 848,000 units in March from a year earlier, the data showed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

It is the Primary Social Cue for Iranians, encompassing hospitality and respect and politeness all in one.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram




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