surroundings
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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The company has focused on making Atlas strong, nimble, versatile and aware of its surroundings.
From Barron's
“Ten years ago, this would maybe have been a dream, what’s happening now,” she says, gesturing at her swanky surroundings.
From Los Angeles Times
These microscopic machines can swim through liquid, sense their surroundings, respond on their own, operate for months at a time, and cost about one penny each to produce.
From Science Daily
In one of the living spaces, an artistic arched window showcases the beauty of the natural surroundings, providing a picturesque view of the property’s gardens.
From MarketWatch
Unlike solids, they have no fixed structure, and the most important interactions between dissolved molecules and their surroundings happen at extreme speeds.
From Science Daily
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