Showing Results for "circled"

circled

VERB

go around, circumnavigate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

encircle rotate surround whirl

STRONG

belt cincture circuit circulate circumscribe coil compass curve embrace enclose encompass envelop gird girdle gyrate gyre loop pivot revolve ring roll round spiral tour wheel

WEAK

begird circumduct ensphere hem in mill around wind about

Antonyms

STRONGEST

let go

STRONG

exclude free open release

Example Sentences

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An Israeli drone circled overhead, its buzzing ceaseless throughout the day.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

"We've got about 150 dents circled with pink pen," she said.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

To brace for unexpected hiccups in your earnings or health, you need to plan for all scenarios rather than having a theoretical retirement date circled on your calendar.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

Inside, they circled aimlessly around full parking lots, scanning for empty spots instead of majestic views.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The trees that circled it stood tall and straight, like kindly protectors.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood