The smaller planets hovering around the planet Jupiter reminded him of the guards surrounding a king when he walked outdoors, and Kepler called them satellites.
The children were gathering around.
A crowd was gathering around him.
Tall pine trees make a ring around the lake.
It's not as if an emissary from outer space will have slipped into school uniform and be loitering around seeking a partner.
I've been wandering around.
He is wandering around in a trance.
Just wandering around can be a good way to travel.
Just where have you been loitering around without your attendants?
I felt uncomfortable with those kids loitering around in the train.
I was wasting time, wandering around the garage, when an old truck swept into driveway.