surrounding

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The controversies surrounding him could help Collins, who has a track record as a political survivor, Brewer said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Streets surrounding the square are closed off with metal barricades, which Sheinbaum has said are meant to guard against "provocations."

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

It failed to advance, and Leber withdrew his name as a co-sponsor amid a controversy surrounding it in 2023.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Moody’s cites the company’s leading position in the videogame industry as well as its ecosystem surrounding Weixin and WeChat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Allun waved an arm at the surrounding trees.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda