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also inclosing
as in encircling
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also inclosing
1
as in encasing
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
dogs who spend the day enclosed in small cages
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2
as in surrounding
to form a circle around
in a show of support, the women rushed to enclose their distraught friend
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3
as in encompassing
to surround or cover closely
the house was enclosed by a high hedge that shielded it from public view
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Today 30 species fly freely throughout Pelican Island and the surrounding archipelagos off the coast of Vero Beach.—
Kara Franker, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
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In another court challenge, the drama surrounding beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting significantly ramped up this week.—
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Each year, the Whisky Advocate Buying Guide's expert team samples an array of whiskies, encompassing rare, limited editions, and up-and-coming brands likely to hit store shelves nationwide.—
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Louise Colville, a biologist at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in London, said that the dry conditions in the Southern Levant — an area encompassing modern-day Israel, Palestine and Jordan — had probably been a major factor contributing to the longevity of the seeds.—
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The outdoorsy feel continues inside, where rounded columns on concrete bases support a pile of timber boxes encircling a courtyard.—
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Yoon defended his decision for troops to be deployed at the election commission as other forces were encircling the National Assembly.—
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Many viewers shared similar experiences with their own overly attached pets.—
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Two other vehicles, a 2022 Nissan Rogue and a 2023 Ram 3500 truck with an attached trailer, were also involved in the crash, police said.—
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On August 16, 2021 — in the wake of an aggressive Taliban advance upon Kabul as the United States rushed its withdrawal from our military position in Afghanistan — Joe Biden addressed the nation to explain the sudden drawdown in forces and the chaos then enveloping the region.—
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The narrative itself, thanks to Whitehead and screenwriters Ross and Barnes, takes care of the structure and the steady, enveloping momentum.—
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Until next time, stay connected with me on LinkedIn & Instagram.—
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Overall, Pro-Tek’s storage and services are very much linked, driving a business mix that is close to 50-50.—
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Its shares are flattered by a local listing and relatively closely linked shareholder base.—
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“Enclosing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enclosing. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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