Encircling

Synonyms of encircling

• surrounding
• encompassing
• enfolding

Antonyms of encircling

• freeing
• uncovering
• releasing

Collocations of encircling

encircling arms

Frequency: 70 %

He held her close in his encircling arms.

encircling the globe

Frequency: 60 %

The satellite was encircling the globe to capture images.

encircling darkness

Frequency: 50 %

The encircling darkness made it hard to see.

encircling the city

Frequency: 45 %

The protective wall was encircling the city.

encircling presence

Frequency: 35 %

Her encircling presence brought comfort to those around her.

Idiomatic Expressions for encircling

• Phrase: ring a bell
  Meaning: To sound familiar or remind someone of something.
  Usage: The name of the place rings a bell, but I can't remember if I've been there before.