engrosses

verb

Definition of engrossesnext
present tense third-person singular of engross
as in intrigues
to hold the attention of a mystery story that will engross readers all the way to the surprise ending

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  1. intrigues
  2. occupies
  3. involves
  4. attracts
Verb
  • Infielder Cam Smith, the Cubs’ first-round pick last season, is a name that intrigues Astros officials.
    Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The more an artist intrigues you from line to line, the more locked in you are for the next one.
    Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of intrigues
Verb
  • Elon Musk occupies a rare place at the center of American power.
    Theodore Schleifer, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Features Written by Al Shipley | The extended play occupies a strange middle ground in the music world.
    Al Shipley, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of occupies
Verb
  • The case is part of an ongoing investigation which involves the county public health department, the California Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
    Greg Wehner, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Another behavioral method is sleep restriction therapy, which involves avoiding daytime naps.
    Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of involves
Verb
  • Laurel Falls Trail attracts as many as 375,000 people annually, South Carolina newspaper, The State reports.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
  • However, centers should elevate the Santa experience to maximize the value and create a truly standout event that attracts people.
    Kristin Mueller, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of attracts
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