Which one is correct?
"surrounded by intricate" or "surrounded with intricate"?

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surrounded by intricate

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe being encircled or enclosed by something detailed or complex.

Examples:

  • The garden was surrounded by intricate wrought-iron fences.
  • The painting was surrounded by intricate floral patterns.

Alternatives:

  • encircled by intricate
  • enclosed by intricate
  • enveloped by intricate
  • engulfed by intricate
  • hemmed in by intricate

surrounded with intricate

This phrase is not commonly used in English.

Both 'surrounded by intricate' and 'surrounded with intricate' are not commonly used in English. The more common and correct phrase is 'surrounded by intricate'.

Last Updated: March 17, 2024

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