surround oneself with (someone or something)
idiom
: to have (certain types of people or things) near one
He surrounds himself with very talented people.
They surround themselves with luxuries.
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One of the hallmarks of leadership is the ability to surround oneself with people who are competent and committed.
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“Surround oneself with (someone or something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surround%20oneself%20with%20%28someone%20or%20something%29. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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