surrounding

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In these cases, the virus affects the brain or nervous system and can cause encephalitis or meningitis, which can result in an infection of the brain or surrounding tissue, according to the CDC.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

The crater's circular shape, central peak, and distinctive surrounding fault pattern resembled features seen at known impact sites around the world.

From Science Daily • Jun. 30, 2026

Yes, it was awkward when a cow interrupted one of his Zooms, and he realizes he could be missing out on networking by surrounding himself mostly with farmers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Dundry Hill, which is located just outside Bristol, Troopers Hill in St George and Perrett's Park, near Knowle, all offer high views across the city and the surrounding countryside.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

SABIO, SHALE: Provide architectural archival context for immediate area surrounding coordinates 39.605829, -75.718580 from January 1, 1990, to December 31, 1999.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly