surrounding

Example Sentences

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Scientists believe they absorbed nutrients directly from the surrounding seawater.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

The controversies surrounding him could help Collins, who has a track record as a political survivor, Brewer said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The salty liquid surrounding a block of feta.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

He then had the new type of radiotherapy, targeting his prostate and surrounding lymph nodes, which he said was "easier to deal with".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The barrier surrounding the property looked more like something around a prison than an office building.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti