surrounded
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Seeing our planet surrounded by the blackness of space "truly emphasised how alike we are, how the same thing keeps every single person on planet Earth alive," Koch said from space.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
The Moon appeared to them as a black orb surrounded by a halo of light, all set against the backdrop of the vast darkness of space.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
Every time she got on the floor to debate, I would sit in front of the TV just to watch her, see her in the parliament, one woman surrounded by men.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
It’s surrounded by people, surrounded by life, and Paul is showing up and telling Jimmy, “It’s time to step into it. Look, it’s all around you.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
“I’m surrounded by birds as we speak. Totally comfortable. Hello, birds!”
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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