engulfed

Example Sentences

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Jamie Corrie, speaking outside the burnt out remains of his house on Lendrick Street in east Belfast, said by the time firefighters arrived his house was "already engulfed in flames".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Social media videos from Tyre, one of Lebanon's biggest cities, showed streets lit orange by flames, smoke-filled roads, and at least one vehicle engulfed in fire.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The United States and Iran have both played down chances of a quick deal to end a war that has engulfed the Middle East and disrupted the global oil market.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

An online smear campaign last month engulfed another Southern California mosque.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

“I won’t do it,” Citra finally said, breaking the silence that had engulfed them since leaving conclave.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman