encircle

Example Sentences

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Several thousand people compete for spots in the lots and decks that encircle the headquarters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

China launched missiles and deployed dozens of fighter jets, navy ships and coastguard vessels this week to encircle Taiwan's main island.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

It already displays two prominent, sweeping arms that encircle a bright central bulge, stretching across about 30,000 light-years.

From Science Daily • Dec. 3, 2025

By turning its attention to Kayes, the group is not only widening its footprint but threatening to encircle Bamako.

From BBC • Sep. 17, 2025

Next thing I know, Earl’s arms encircle me like a steel band.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen