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verb

sə-ˈrau̇nd How to pronounce surround (audio)
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as in to encircle
to form a circle around she was surrounded by cheering fans within moments of scoring the winning goal

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noun

as in surroundings
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded the vast, featureless surround of the desert was strangely appealing to him

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Recent Examples of surround
Verb
This week, the Royals unveiled new renderings of what their future stadium in Crown Center will look like, with dramatic plaza entrances and a design that highlights Kansas City’s natural features and surrounding landmarks. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2026 This part of the Atlantic is warm and swimmable compared to the rougher waters surrounding Lagos. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026
Noun
The kit includes a 30-inch soundbar, a pair of wireless surround speakers, and a wireless subwoofer, with Dolby Atmos support for spatial audio, a rarity at this price point. — Brad Bourque, The Verge, 17 Sep. 2026 To winterize hydrangeas, wrap them in burlap or make a wire surround and stuff the inside with straw or another insulating material. — Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for surround
Recent Examples of Synonyms for surround
  1. encircle
  2. environment
  3. encompass
  4. atmosphere
  5. circle
  6. climate
  7. embrace
  8. context
Verb
  • In 2010, Cassini watched as a giant storm formed in Saturn's northern hemisphere, then grew to encircle the entire planet through 2011.
    — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Earlier, the Houthis seized several villages and areas on Taiz's outskirts, paving the way for the rebels to encircle Taiz, Yemen's third-largest city.
    — AHMED AL-HAJ, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of encircle
Noun
  • Potential applications include autonomous drones, submarines and other vehicles operating in environments where satellite navigation is unreliable.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Technogym Checkup supports operators across fitness, health care, hospitality and corporate wellness environments to deliver more personalized and measurable experiences.
    — Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of environment
Verb
  • As more formulations enter the category, the broad GLP-1 label can encompass medications with different designs and delivery methods.
    — Emma Clapp, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The Wondaween name comes from Monáe’s creative collective, the Wondaland Arts Society, which encompasses Wondaland Pictures, Records, Games and more.
    — Marah Eakin, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of encompass
Noun
  • For solo diners, phone-free meals, unhurried pacing and intentional atmosphere can become part of the experience rather than optional extras.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026
  • This includes sea levels and greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere.
    — Simmone Shah, Time, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of atmosphere
Verb
  • Over the past 100,000 years, Halley's Comet has probably circled the sun well over a thousand times, leaving a fresh trail of debris on every visit.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Democrats have circled Alaska, a typically reliable Republican state, as a winnable seat in their bid to flip the Senate in the 2026 midterm elections.
    — Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of circle
Noun
  • Areas west of the 405 Freeway are at a greater risk for wildfire than those east of the 405, which benefited from rain from post-Tropical Storm Rachel, said Daniel Swain, UC Agriculture and Natural Resources climate scientist.
    — Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Employees sometimes assume automation exists to replace them, which can result in anxiety and a cold climate.
    — Alexandra J. Zanela, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of climate
Verb
  • Shoes also embraced a more playful and expressive spirit, with jewels, bows, flowers, bold prints and vibrant colors.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Sand stands as a stark contrast to other Democrats running in solidly blue states, such as Michigan Senate candidate Abdul el Sayed, who have embraced talking points from the Democratic Socialists of America.
    — Gabrielle M. Etzel, The Washington Examiner, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of embrace
Noun
  • Of course, the contexts stricken by war and state failure are challenging.
    — David Miliband, Time, 19 Oct. 2026
  • For context, burning fossil fuels produced about 38 billion tons in 2025.
    — Scott K. Johnson, ArsTechnica, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of context

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“Surround.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surround. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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