- present participle of encompass.
encompassing
Example Sentences
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The property is surrounded by lush landscaping and features sophisticated stone flooring encompassing the pool.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
“These factors allowed Israel to construct a precise target bank encompassing both field commanders and high-ranking leadership figures,” Shehadeh said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
While these cases consume a lot of resources and are not nearly as encompassing as preclearance was, they have been effective.
From Slate • May 1, 2026
Her death marks the end of an era in Bollywood music - with her career spanning more than eight decades and encompassing more than 12,000 songs.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
Abbot Mortimer rose and solemnly spread his paws wide, encompassing the festive board.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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