engulf
verb (used with object)
to swallow up in or as in a gulf; submerge.
engulfed
Example Sentences
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Her energy rises and falls alongside the mysterious mist, which has engulfed the city and brought whispers of a mysterious ancient entity lurking in its haze.
From Salon ● Aug. 17, 2026
A heathland fire which engulfed an area the size of 210 football pitches in Suffolk has been stood down as a major incident, almost two weeks after the blaze broke out.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
A video released by Russian media shows an apartment building engulfed in flames at night, watched by residents gathered across the street.
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
Firefighters responded to a call shortly before 3 a.m. and found the home engulfed in flames.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 9, 2026
Warm, humid air engulfed them, making it almost hard to breathe.
From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner
