encompass
verb
en·com·pass
in-ˈkəm-pəs 
en-,
also -ˈkäm-
encompassed; encompassing; encompasses
1
a
: include, comprehend
a plan that encompasses a number of aims
b
: envelop
2
a
: to form a circle about : enclose
b
obsolete
: to go completely around
3
: bring about, accomplish
encompass a task
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Examples of encompass in a Sentence
The district encompasses most of the downtown area.
a neighborhood encompassed by a highway
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 2 July 2024
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 2 July 2024
The deal encompasses Petty’s work with the Heartbreakers and as a solo artist.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 1 July 2024
The broad category encompasses countries like Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala, to highlight a few.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 June 2024
This vision extends beyond mere technical requirements, encompassing a holistic strategy that addresses the multifaceted challenges of cost, performance, security, and environmental impact.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 28 June 2024
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encompass
verb
en·com·pass
in-ˈkəm-pəs
-ˈkäm-
1
: to form a circle about : surround
2
a
: to cover or surround especially so as to hide or protect
b
: to take in as a part : include
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