surroundings
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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On top of that, clouds and droplets form, dissolve, and interact with their surroundings.
From Science Daily
It claims these sensors enable its vehicles to be aware of its surroundings 360 degrees, as far as three football fields ahead and during bad weather.
From BBC
The strong radio signal indicates that the jet carries enough energy to affect its surroundings.
From Science Daily
“You didn’t check your surroundings for polar bears. You got between a momma bear and her cub. You turned your back on a polar bear and tried to outrun it.”
From Literature
“A lot of us have immigrant parents, so we’re just trying to be aware of our surroundings,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
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