as in concentration
a focusing of the mind on something
a program of complete immersion in the language is the only way you're going to learn it
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Recent Examples of immersion
That level of immersion comes with heightened risks alongside any benefits.
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
And of course, language remains a barrier, even after years of study and immersion.
—Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
This is boutique travel at its most poetic, a seamless blend of cultural immersion, fine dining, and slow luxury.
—Jennifer Schwartz, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
That immersion deepened his commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
—Llerraj Esuod, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
And of course, language remains a barrier, even after years of study and immersion.
—Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
This is boutique travel at its most poetic, a seamless blend of cultural immersion, fine dining, and slow luxury.
—Jennifer Schwartz, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
That immersion deepened his commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
—Llerraj Esuod, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersion
Noun
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Spotting will persist, particularly in areas with heavy concentrations of dead and down fuels, continuing to complicate containment efforts.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Rogaine is one of the most popular over-the-counter products powered by minoxidil—not to mention FDA-approved—at a high concentration crafted into a foam that can be integrated into your hair-care regimen with ease.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While the 77th Annual Emmy Awards embraced nostalgia with attention to classics like The Golden Girls and Gilmore Girls, it was once again dominated by streaming giants breaking records and reshaping the industry.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Engravings on the bullets caught the agents’ attention.—
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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Exposure to the alkaline solution causes pollen’s constituent polymers to become more hydrophilic, or water-loving, so depending on the conditions, the gel will swell or shrink due to the absorption or expulsion of water, explains Ibrahim.—
Sandy Ong,
JSTOR Daily,
11 Sep. 2025
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Twine also noted its subtle scent, quick absorption, and makeup-friendly finish.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Immersion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersion. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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