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encompassing

[en-kuhm-puh-sing] / ɛnˈkʌm pə sɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
including
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The property is surrounded by lush landscaping and features sophisticated stone flooring encompassing the pool.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

While these cases consume a lot of resources and are not nearly as encompassing as preclearance was, they have been effective.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

The recent study looked at data collected between 2015 and 2022 encompassing more than 100 million people aged 30 or older from across 12 states.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Ticket-buyers were led to believe Category 1 seats were the most expensive, encompassing most of the lower bowl, according to color-coded seat maps released by FIFA.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Chapters 16 and 17 integrate developments in Australia and New Guinea into the perspective of the whole region encompassing the East Asian mainland and Pacific islands.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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