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encircle

1 of 1verb
/ɛnˈsɝkəl/
Forms:encircles,encircling,encircled,encircled
1

to create a circular shape around someone or something

transitive
  • The children encircled the storyteller during storytime.
  • The detective decided to encircle the crime scene with caution tape.
  • The team members encircled the coach for a post-game discussion.
  • In the ritual, participants were instructed to encircle the sacred fire.
  • The protestors planned to encircle the government building in a peaceful demonstration.
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