surrounding

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The market is once again factoring in heightened military tensions and growing uncertainty surrounding efforts to secure a deal, though gains have remained relatively contained.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Singh said the Sikh community had found the case and the attention surrounding it "quite difficult", as it had "called into question our faith and what we believe".

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The controversy surrounding Ganesha revolves around most of the players taking online classes outside of the Pomona area and being part of Sandler’s club program.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

"To ensure the safety and well-being of all residents, a mandatory curfew for a half-mile area surrounding Delaney Hall is being implemented, effective immediately," Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said in a statement.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Even now, as she escorted the Incorrigible children on their first-ever outdoor bird-watching expedition, she could not help noticing the small white flowers scattered throughout the lush grass of the parkland surrounding Ashton Place.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood