as in engaging
holding the attention or provoking interest
an immersing documentary on the array of animal species threatened with extinction
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as in interesting
to hold the attention of
that documentary on human reproduction never fails to immerse an audience
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as in dipping
to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid
tried to immerse the balloon in the water
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Recent Examples of immersing
Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 6 Jan. 2025
There are no heroes here, just Kidman fully immersing herself in a character for whom every action is an attack, for whom every word is a wheeze, and for whom every movement looks labored.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2025
The video incorporates audio interpretations of flares, immersing viewers in the sun’s journey through both sound and visuals.
—Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Audiences were invited to navigate a series of life-size dioramas and paintings, immersing themselves in a thought-provoking exploration of complex human experiences.
—Nargess Banks, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
For one special day, these children and their families set their worries aside, immersing themselves in the magic of the season and the warm embrace of their local community.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
According to Hilton’s 2025 Vacation Trends report, ‘slow travel’ which the chain defines as ‘immersing oneself into a destination for an extended time as a local to fully experience the culture,’ is arguably the best way to soak up the Portuguese island of Madeira.
—Michelle Gross, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Some start immersing themselves in the reason for the cinematic season the day after Halloween, others at Thanksgiving, and the rest as soon as the calendar tips into December.
—Simon Thompson, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Actor Lee Jung-jae, who plays last season's winner Seong Gi-hun, said that by immersing himself in his character, his own values also started to shift.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
Jackson Hole neighbors Grand Teton National Park, where experienced adventurers have been immersing themselves in nature for decades.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 6 Jan. 2025
There are no heroes here, just Kidman fully immersing herself in a character for whom every action is an attack, for whom every word is a wheeze, and for whom every movement looks labored.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2025
The video incorporates audio interpretations of flares, immersing viewers in the sun’s journey through both sound and visuals.
—Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Audiences were invited to navigate a series of life-size dioramas and paintings, immersing themselves in a thought-provoking exploration of complex human experiences.
—Nargess Banks, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
For one special day, these children and their families set their worries aside, immersing themselves in the magic of the season and the warm embrace of their local community.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
According to Hilton’s 2025 Vacation Trends report, ‘slow travel’ which the chain defines as ‘immersing oneself into a destination for an extended time as a local to fully experience the culture,’ is arguably the best way to soak up the Portuguese island of Madeira.
—Michelle Gross, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Some start immersing themselves in the reason for the cinematic season the day after Halloween, others at Thanksgiving, and the rest as soon as the calendar tips into December.
—Simon Thompson, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Actor Lee Jung-jae, who plays last season's winner Seong Gi-hun, said that by immersing himself in his character, his own values also started to shift.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 17 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersing
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Main Events in The Arena The Arena is where Bett’s brightest ideas and most engaging conversations unfold.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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That may sound intimidating, but Sharma has a way of making learning super technical and random information about taste very fun and engaging.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appétit,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Anyone who was wrongly dipping into the OT kitty for themselves or others has to be found and exiled from the high command, if not fired outright.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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Temperatures are dipping again in Alaska over the next six to 10 days, with far northern reaches of the state expecting below-average temperatures and near-normal temperatures forecast for much of the rest of the Last Frontier, according to a forecast from the NWS Climate Prediction Center.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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So, life always offers us really interesting storylines, unfortunately.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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And exposition is difficult to make interesting, even in projects requiring far less of it.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Skip to main content Our editors and critics choose the most captivating, notable, brilliant, surprising, absorbing, weird, thought-provoking, and talked-about reads.—
The New Yorker,
The New Yorker,
22 Jan. 2025
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Sacred Fig is an absorbing examination of the status of women in the Middle East and a reminder that your father is a member of the very patriarchy that’s suppressing your freedoms.—
Scott Phillips,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
Verb
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While landfills may not emit hazardous compounds, non-biodegradable debris is occupying more and more space.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Following Assad’s fall, Israel has expanded its presence beyond the Golan Heights, occupying areas deeper inside Syria and justifying the move by citing security concerns.—
Hamidreza Azizi,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Police say a 3-month-old baby has died after drowning in a motel bathtub on New Year’s Day.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
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Her cause of death was drowning, the Miami-Dade Medical Examiner ruled.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
2 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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More intriguing will be how each player uses their new affinity for the other’s calling card, as an efficient winning machine and a great showman meet — just not in the way tennis fans would have expected.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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For years, the U.S. space agency's Perseverance rover has been scouring Mars and scooping up intriguing rock samples.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Carro, known for his tough stance on crime and his experience with cases involving terrorism enhancements, will play a key role in shaping the trial's proceedings.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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In addition to bilateral contacts between Kyiv and Moscow, a contact group could be established involving Ukraine, Russia, key Western powers, and perhaps China.—
Samuel Charap,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Immersing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersing. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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