surrounding

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Ruby, the Justice companies’ lawyer, attributed the violations in that case to surrounding facilities the family does not own.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Scientists believe they absorbed nutrients directly from the surrounding seawater.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

He suggested there could be common ground, pointing to "historical injustices" surrounding the British Steel pension scheme, which he said his party would "like to help you sort out".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

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

When neutrons fly away from one fuel rod, the surrounding water slows them to the optimal speed before they reach the next uranium nuclei, making them more likely to create fission.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland