surround

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But substantial questions still surround the evidence and call into question whether legislation is an effective cure with no serious side effects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Toronto, and the large suburban communities that surround it, are home to one of the world's largest Iranian diaspora communities -- some jokingly refer to Canada's largest city as "Teheranto."

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

He is now a serious contender for the squad, especially with fitness doubts continuing to surround John Stones.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“I know it sounds very jet set, and I love to surround myself with beauty, but it’s not excessive. It’s very comfortable,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

Mismatched candles in silver candelabras, burning in sets of three, surround the desk in the center of the room.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern