- present participle of surround.
surrounding
Example Sentences
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Uncertainty surrounding developments in the Iran war has failed to provide a lift to prices for gold, which has often been seen as a safe-haven investment.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
When they escape from their captor, Jack is overwhelmed by the vastness and unfamiliarity of the milieu surrounding him.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
The public filled that tree on day one — and then spread their wishes to the surrounding trees, all of which are now part of the artwork.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Ruby, the Justice companies’ lawyer, attributed the violations in that case to surrounding facilities the family does not own.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
It was large, and grayish blue, and had perfectly trimmed hedges surrounding it, something Tom prided himself on keeping in shape.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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