- present participle of surround.
surrounding
Example Sentences
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The crater's circular shape, central peak, and distinctive surrounding fault pattern resembled features seen at known impact sites around the world.
From Science Daily • Jun. 30, 2026
Dundry Hill, which is located just outside Bristol, Troopers Hill in St George and Perrett's Park, near Knowle, all offer high views across the city and the surrounding countryside.
From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026
Yes, it was awkward when a cow interrupted one of his Zooms, and he realizes he could be missing out on networking by surrounding himself mostly with farmers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026
High-power microwave systems are generally less vulnerable to rain, fog or smoke than lasers, but still depend on line of sight, range, beam control and the surrounding electromagnetic environment.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026
Somehow, surrounding him on all sides was a wide field with tall, golden grasses blowing gently in multiple directions from the slightly chilly wind.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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