as in focused
having the mind fixed on something
the child was so immersed in a book that she didn't hear her mother calling
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as in interested
to hold the attention of
that documentary on human reproduction never fails to immerse an audience
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Recent Examples of immersed
Carla Hinton, Oklahoman, 9 Apr. 2026
Despite the many improvements in virtual reality (VR) technology, with realistic visual and auditory content that makes the user feel immersed in the environment, the olfactory sense has not been as faithfully replicated in the medium.
—Shirl Leigh
march 31, New Atlas, 31 Mar. 2026
The sequence of events that led to Wilson’s murder, and ultimately, Armstrong’s conviction, is told through interviews with Austin police detectives and Travis County prosecutors, and by myself and others who became immersed in the tragedy through our work.
—Ian Dille, Outside, 13 Mar. 2026
And while there is an element of social anxiety after so many kids grew up in lockdown, that urge to connect, to feel immersed in an experience, is stronger than ever.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
The Viking longships traverse some of the world’s most iconic rivers from the Rhone in Europe to the Mekong in Vietnam, and dock right outside the center of beautiful towns and villages, which allow travelers to feel immersed in new destinations every day.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The hotel has over 100 works of art, and stepping into the hotel is like an immersed tour in the atmosphere of traditional oriental aesthetics and modern art.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Its vibrant culinary scene, renowned abundance of street art, and connection to Indigenous civilizations leave travelers feeling immersed and enriched.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
The immersed detector will then start collecting data.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026
Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
The true heart of the hotel is its spa, where three saunas with large panoramic windows, a hot tub, a cold plunge, and a swimming pool immersed me in the elements.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
In 2006, Lamont, fueled by his personal fortune and some savvy political advisers, visited local Democratic party committees and immersed himself in the drudgery of running a statewide campaign.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026
Additionally, its Crystal Sound delivers rich and vibrant audio to keep you immersed.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Actor Avi Hoffmann, who plays the patriarch, has spent a lifetime immersed in Jewish stories.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
In a bold new configuration of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, audiences will find themselves at the very heart of the action — immersed in the intrigue and theatrical spectacle that promises to make this production truly epic.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Apr. 2026
Especially for someone whose entire adult life has been immersed in the adrenaline-infusion of coaching — from its exhilarating highs and anguishing lows to simply always being in the middle of so much.
—Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
Netanyahu, a child psychologist who works three times a week at the Jerusalem municipality, has immersed herself in the issue.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Her class became immersed in movement from the start.
—Carla Hinton, Oklahoman, 9 Apr. 2026
Despite the many improvements in virtual reality (VR) technology, with realistic visual and auditory content that makes the user feel immersed in the environment, the olfactory sense has not been as faithfully replicated in the medium.
—Shirl Leigh
march 31, New Atlas, 31 Mar. 2026
The sequence of events that led to Wilson’s murder, and ultimately, Armstrong’s conviction, is told through interviews with Austin police detectives and Travis County prosecutors, and by myself and others who became immersed in the tragedy through our work.
—Ian Dille, Outside, 13 Mar. 2026
And while there is an element of social anxiety after so many kids grew up in lockdown, that urge to connect, to feel immersed in an experience, is stronger than ever.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
The Viking longships traverse some of the world’s most iconic rivers from the Rhone in Europe to the Mekong in Vietnam, and dock right outside the center of beautiful towns and villages, which allow travelers to feel immersed in new destinations every day.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The hotel has over 100 works of art, and stepping into the hotel is like an immersed tour in the atmosphere of traditional oriental aesthetics and modern art.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Its vibrant culinary scene, renowned abundance of street art, and connection to Indigenous civilizations leave travelers feeling immersed and enriched.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
The immersed detector will then start collecting data.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
The daughters of Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger and supermodel Jerry Hall, Lizzy and Georgia May, grew up immersed in glamour, creativity and constant travel, shuttling between backstage dressing rooms and fashion sets.
—Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
The true heart of the hotel is its spa, where three saunas with large panoramic windows, a hot tub, a cold plunge, and a swimming pool immersed me in the elements.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
In 2006, Lamont, fueled by his personal fortune and some savvy political advisers, visited local Democratic party committees and immersed himself in the drudgery of running a statewide campaign.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026
Additionally, its Crystal Sound delivers rich and vibrant audio to keep you immersed.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Actor Avi Hoffmann, who plays the patriarch, has spent a lifetime immersed in Jewish stories.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
In a bold new configuration of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, audiences will find themselves at the very heart of the action — immersed in the intrigue and theatrical spectacle that promises to make this production truly epic.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Apr. 2026
Especially for someone whose entire adult life has been immersed in the adrenaline-infusion of coaching — from its exhilarating highs and anguishing lows to simply always being in the middle of so much.
—Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
Netanyahu, a child psychologist who works three times a week at the Jerusalem municipality, has immersed herself in the issue.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersed
Adjective
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Nashville felt too industry-laden, too focussed on streaming numbers and other markers of commercial success.—
Amanda Petrusich,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Part of the Republican administration's preparations to celebrate the 250th anniversary have included putting pressure on federal institutions, including the Smithsonian, to tell a version of history that is less focused on discrimination and episodes of racial violence.—
GARY FIELDS,
Arkansas Online,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That’s what interested us as well.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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These stories are not only fun to read, but also provide valuable information about ideas that interested early Christians.—
Christy Cobb,
The Conversation,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Fentanyl seizures, along with several other illicit drugs, have also dipped.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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But his production and availability also dipped after the All-Star break due to injury issues, as he was eventually moved to a bench role in the final weeks of the season.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Unabsorbed calcium leaves the body through stool, and absorbed calcium that isn't needed may be filtered by the kidneys and leave in urine—often within about a day.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
11 Mar. 2026
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Not out of desperation — although a desire for a steady income is certainly a motivator — but because she’s genuinely intrigued by this new possible job.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
15 Apr. 2026
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What intrigued Cronin most was the chance to reinvent a monster that has often been treated as more icon than character.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The helicopter rolled onto its right side and became partially submerged.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Flooding in the northwest corner of Haiti this week killed at least 12 people and submerged hundreds of homes and farms, according to Haiti’s Office of Civil Protection.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But Israel's military told them explicitly not to, and Lebanese army vehicles were still blocking the path to some southern areas on Friday, the BBC reported, including the entrance to Khiam, which is still occupied by Israeli soldiers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Syria — which occupied a dismal third place in 2024 — has made the most dramatic exit, plunging all the way to 33rd following the fall of the Assad regime.—
Steve H. Hanke,
Fortune,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Maryland leaders are working with a grieving family to change state storm drain regulations and laws following the death of a 13-year-old boy who drowned in a drainage pipe.—
Christian Olaniran,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Jennifer’s family has long wondered whether that media frenzy drowned out their search for answers.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Immersed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersed. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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