engulfed
Example Sentences
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Another major fire, which engulfed vineyards and olive groves on the Peljesac peninsula further south, was also brought under control on Friday evening, following a fierce battle involving 240 firefighters and three planes.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
It opens its coverage of the hottest day of the year saying: "Wildfires caused apocalyptic scenes last night as they engulfed homes."
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
The commission was created in 1990 after a wave of political corruption scandals engulfed Mayor Tom Bradley’s administration.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Authorities have evacuated tens of thousands of people, including from affluent tourist sites engulfed in the flames.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
Beyond the fairgrounds’ new fence, turmoil and grief engulfed Chicago.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
