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as in to interest
to hold the attention of
that documentary on human reproduction never fails to immerse an audience
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Recent Examples of immerse
Over the series, they will be immersed in a series of challenges rooted in etiquette, leadership, cultural literacy, diplomacy, discipline and public presence.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
Born and raised in San Diego, Russo grew up immersed in music from an early age, with a father who performed in a pop-punk band and made live instrumentation and creative collaboration part of her everyday life.
—Kristen Wisneski, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026
Myers, a 34-year-old veteran, had spent the week immersed in his usual routine.
—Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
The itinerary is split into seven different journeys—or Passages, as the brand calls them—that will allow you to be fully immersed in the culture and beauty of each leg of your trip.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 12 Feb. 2026
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
Born and raised in San Diego, Russo grew up immersed in music from an early age, with a father who performed in a pop-punk band and made live instrumentation and creative collaboration part of her everyday life.
—Kristen Wisneski, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026
Myers, a 34-year-old veteran, had spent the week immersed in his usual routine.
—Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
The itinerary is split into seven different journeys—or Passages, as the brand calls them—that will allow you to be fully immersed in the culture and beauty of each leg of your trip.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 12 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immerse
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These are the problems that most interest the complexity theorist Henry Yuen.—
Ben Brubaker,
Quanta Magazine,
17 Feb. 2026
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Also consider local hiking groups, fitness classes, or dance classes—and don't be afraid to try a few different things to find what most interests you.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
16 Feb. 2026
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The freeze developed as the jet stream dipped sharply south during a strongly negative phase of what's called the Arctic Oscillation.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Houston Chronicle,
13 Feb. 2026
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For observers within that path, daylight will briefly give way to darkness, temperatures will dip, and the sun's outer atmosphere — the corona — will become visible to the naked eye.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Epibatidine intrigued researchers for decades and was once highly sought after as a potential analgesic many times more powerful than morphine.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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Hopefully, there’s a spot that intrigues you.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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To pass, students must submerge themselves in 50-degree waters for at least two minutes before firing arrows at a target across the school's field.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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From her home state, Jalisco, there will be goat birria and tortas ahogadas, sandwiches typically made on sourdough bread, filled with shredded pork, refried beans and onions, and submerged in sauce.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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One of China’s most influential cultural figures, Wang is not simply a celebrity endorsement but occupies a rare position at the intersection of youth identity, entertainment, and fashion authority.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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They're arranged in haphazard rows, with Andrew Jackson occupying a prime front spot simply because the owner likes his hair.—
Danielle Paquette The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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Plus, all the discourse surrounding the performance could easily drown out the subtlety of Ford’s inclusion.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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Louie’s drinking was a way to drown his grief.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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This is Taymor’s first production to embark on a national tour, and she’s been fascinated by the range of audience responses.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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From legal aspirations to a life of art As a girl, I was fascinated by color, texture and creative expressions.—
Anya Sesay,
jsonline.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Make sure to use a damp mop rather than a soaking wet one, or use a floor spray designed for hardwood floors and a dry cleaning pad to clean the surface.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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For extra protection, Stowell suggests soaking strawberries in a mixture of one part white vinegar to three parts water for five to 10 minutes, then rinsing thoroughly.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Immerse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immerse. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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