engrosses

verb

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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Recent Examples of engrosses And that unsettles and engrosses us. — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for engrosses
  1. intrigues
  2. immerses
  3. interests
  4. occupies
  5. fascinates
  6. involves
  7. attracts
  8. busies
Verb
  • If this topic intrigues you, join us at the free, online Work on Purpose Summit on July 30, 2026.
    — Laurel Donnellan, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • That’s what intrigues them about coming to work for a large company that’s constantly evolving.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 8 June 2026
Definition of intrigues
Verb
  • This exercise immerses you in the outdoors and encourages you to appreciate even the smallest patches of green.
    — Jancee Dunn, New York Times, 25 June 2026
  • Camping in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is an otherworldly experience that immerses you in thousands of years of natural history.
    — Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 23 June 2026
Definition of immerses
Verb
  • Pushing Content That Doesn’t Interest The Audience New marketers often lead social posts with company news, product features or promotional content without considering what interests their audience.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • What’s underneath Beulah and what’s really driving her is what interests me.
    — Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2026
Definition of interests
Verb
  • The primary suite occupies its own wing with a fireplace, French doors opening to a private patio, and a bathroom with an oval soaking tub set in front of a picture window.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
  • The 59-year-old zoo, which occupies 133 acres in the northeast corner of Griffith Park, has also struggled to maintain its national accreditation, with federal regulators finding peeling paint and rust in some exhibits.
    — Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of occupies
Verb
  • Meanwhile, what fascinates aspiring neurologist Makenzie Stovall is the idea that AI is trying to emulate the brain — an organ whose inner workings continue to leave researchers dumbfounded.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • But the skillful way in which they are woven together belies the efforts that went into telling this story, and Lovely Reader, this dedication to quality fascinates me.
    — Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of fascinates
Verb
  • Knowing when to seek testing and what a workup involves can be the difference between managing symptoms early and living with them unnecessarily.
    — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
  • According to research led by Robin Ely of Harvard University, leadership development involves deep identity work.
    — Melissa A. Wheeler, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of involves
Verb
  • Unlike traditional sports markets, the city continuously attracts tourists looking for entertainment.
    — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 31 July 2026
  • Prepare for a wait—on busy weekends, this casual spot attracts a crowd, with waits up to two hours for groups.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Definition of attracts
Verb
  • Ruston anticipates Loco Coyote to be open Wednesday through Sundays, so locals can enjoy a few weekdays before the tourist crowd busies the restaurant during the weekends.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
  • Silberman also busies himself as chairman of the welcoming committee.
    — Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
Definition of busies

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