surrounding

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Actor Alec Baldwin publicly defended Nyong’o, calling her “the most beautiful woman” while criticizing the reaction surrounding the casting.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

Root canal treatment works by removing infected tissue inside the tooth and sealing the area to prevent bacteria and toxins from spreading into surrounding tissues.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

Thames Valley Police Ch Supt Michael Loebenberg said officers "have not found any suspicious circumstances" surrounding the death.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

The large-format glass negatives preserve lots of details about clothing, the texture of skin on hands and faces, and the surrounding environments.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

“Doda Hila?” he shouted, trying to crane his neck over the wall of shadow and figures surrounding him, faces fixed on the flame.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny