- present participle of surround.
surrounding
Example Sentences
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Authorities have deployed thousands of officers and set up concrete barriers surrounding the venue to block protests.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Americans searching for reasons to believe that we can repair our democracy should pay attention to Maine today, and not just for the controversy surrounding Democrat Graham Platner in the U.S.
From Salon • 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
Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew who was stripped of his royal title after allegations emerged surrounding his friendship with Epstein, has consistently and strenuously denied any wrongdoing.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Many feared they were putting themselves in mortal danger to save the power plant, but they were determined to protect their families and all the people living in the surrounding towns.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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