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encompass
verb
Include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
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ɛnˈkʌm.pəs
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verb
Include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
“This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds”
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This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds
This should cover everyone in the group
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