1
as in to engulf
to cover with a flood
submerged by orders after being featured on a popular foodie blog
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as in to dip
to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid
submerge the tomatoes in boiling hot water for a few seconds and they will be easier to peel
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as in to stifle
to refrain from openly showing or uttering
learned to submerge her ego and became a better teammate for doing so
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Recent Examples of submerge
Over the past two years, attorneys for Meija have argued in post-conviction hearings that prosecutors introduced false and misleading testimony at trial and newly available scientific methods proved that Casiaono, who was submerged in a bathtub full of scalding water, died by accident.
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Tony Plohetski, Austin American Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
But, if this land was once submerged, what about the sawmill?
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
Do not submerge the sliding mechanism, Hensley warns.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
Minister of Transport and Logistics João Matlombe said around 40% of Gaza was submerged by water, 94 miles of roads across the country had been completely destroyed and more than 1,864 miles of roads were damaged.
—Charles Mangwiro, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
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Tony Plohetski, Austin American Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
But, if this land was once submerged, what about the sawmill?
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
Do not submerge the sliding mechanism, Hensley warns.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
Minister of Transport and Logistics João Matlombe said around 40% of Gaza was submerged by water, 94 miles of roads across the country had been completely destroyed and more than 1,864 miles of roads were damaged.
—Charles Mangwiro, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for submerge
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In a disturbing incident in the northern city of Rasht, regime forces shot unarmed civilians trying to escape an inferno engulfing its bazaar.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The home was fully engulfed in flames and then collapsed.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Unusually cold temperatures in Central Florida are projected to dip below freezing at some point Sunday.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Jan. 2026
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Kyiv and its surrounding region has been in the grip of a bitter cold snap since early this month, with overnight temperatures dipping to as low as minus 4 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 20 degrees Celsius).—
Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
30 Jan. 2026
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Some might find this stifling or claustrophobic, but being forced to live together day by day may also stimulate openness and mutual respect.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
29 Jan. 2026
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But Bethel and Shah say some providers find health care to be over-regulated with requirements, paperwork and other documentation that can stifle the innovation needed to produce more creative solutions.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Jan. 2026
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The space, a former artist’s studio turned residence, opens directly onto the street and is crowned by a transom window that floods the interior with natural light.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
13 Jan. 2026
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Fans have since flooded the comment section of the December video, with many pointing out that, in retrospect, Sarah cooking for herself was a subtle hint at the pair's divorce.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Directly across from the hotel, guests can walk to a lift that gives them immediate access to Andermatt’s 112 miles of slopes—enough to keep you fully immersed in the winter wonderland for days on end.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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At its flagship location in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, more than 150 students in preschool through high school gather daily for school in a local public park, taught by experienced educators while immersed in the natural world.—
Kerry McDonald,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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This led organically to feelings of love for one’s Black nannies and friendship with the children of your Black live-in maids, but this warmth had to be suppressed.—
Eve Fairbanks,
The Dial,
27 Jan. 2026
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Is grief, guilt, or shame suppressing your willpower?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
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Their great taste whispers, never overwhelming those around them, but rather enthralling.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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The few hospitals still working were overwhelmed by casualties.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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In June 2001, Andrea drowned all five of the Yates children before calling 911 and later confessing.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Like the leaves, the roots need oxygen so too much water around them will effectively drown them.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Submerge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/submerge. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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