- present tense form of encompass (3rd person singular).
encompasses
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Today, that group encompasses gibbons, orangutans, gorillas, chimpanzees, and humans.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
Five years later, Meta encompasses virtual reality, A.I. agents, smart glasses, or whatever technological revolution Zuckerberg decides to throw billions of dollars at next.
From Slate ● Oct. 28, 2026
The film’s narrative sweep encompasses three protagonists in three separate periods: Carlos in 1932, Sebastián in 1937 and Alberto in 2017.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
The main residential parcel encompasses approximately 4.2 acres, offering sweeping water views and plenty of privacy.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 6, 2026
It completely encompasses the distant tree, making it glow a hot blue-white and causing the surrounding air to crackle with electricity.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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