surround
verb (used with object)
to enclose on all sides; encompass.
is surrounding
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present progressiveof surround (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Sonos CMO Colleen DeCourcy is surrounding herself with creative “player-coaches” and opening a “creative cultural space” in New York as she strives to move the brand past memories of its botched app update.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
Compensating for his inexperience, he is surrounding himself with seasoned aides recruited from past mayoral administrations and former US president Joe Biden's government.
From Barron's ● Jan. 1, 2026
More turmoil is surrounding Elon Musk and Twitter, as high-profile staff quit and the rules about verified accounts keep changing.
From BBC ● Nov. 11, 2022
I know his wonderful family is surrounding him with support and strength.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 31, 2022
Booth doesn’t realize the Garrett brothers are outside guarding the barn, nor does he know that the cavalry is surrounding the place.
From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly
