surrounding

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Mr. Bernard offers colorful descriptions of various classic pinball machines—such as Monaco, Gorgar and Harlem Globetrotters—and explains some of the jargon surrounding them: outlanes, drop targets, nudges and tilts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Here’s why major global brands are pouring big money into events surrounding the Indio music festival.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Rosenior drew widespread scorn when he said Chelsea's players performed a pre-match huddle before the game against Newcastle United, farcically surrounding referee Paul Tierney in the process, to "respect the ball".

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The residence sits on a gated 11.35-acre lot and boasts panoramic views of the surrounding gardens.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

The badger stepped back, surveying the surrounding forest with obvious confusion.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman