as in engaging
holding the attention or provoking interest
an immersing documentary on the array of animal species threatened with extinction
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as in interesting
to hold the attention of
that documentary on human reproduction never fails to immerse an audience
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as in dipping
to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid
tried to immerse the balloon in the water
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Recent Examples of immersing
Martha Ross, Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2026
The system includes several easy-to-use tools for enhancing dialogue or immersing yourself in surround sound, all without waking any light sleepers or disturbing the neighbors.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The rooms Post Ranch’s 40 rooms are all designed with the landscape in mind—in addition to utilizing architectural methods and materials that are meant to be a light-touch on the land, the structures’ layout and vibe are all about immersing yourself in the natural beauty around you.
—Lauren Sloss, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
The panel will examine how immersing oneself in different locations and cultures on set influences not only the direction of a project but also the broader understanding of the world around us.
—William Earl, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
This dense grove of bamboo includes stalks as high as 92 feet, immersing the visitor in a world of green—and Zen embodied.
—Maya Silver, Outside, 20 Jan. 2026
Working with Josh and Benny taught me so much about hyperrealism and immersing yourself fully in a world.
—Wengel Gemu, Vanity Fair, 15 Jan. 2026
You’re being called to slow down, process old emotions and commit to your healing rather than immersing yourself in constant productivity.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
That sense of place goes a long way in immersing you into J1’s world, whether the tone is deadly serious or lightly comical.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
While immersing themselves in vintage dance, Cathleen and James had their day jobs.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2026
The system includes several easy-to-use tools for enhancing dialogue or immersing yourself in surround sound, all without waking any light sleepers or disturbing the neighbors.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The rooms Post Ranch’s 40 rooms are all designed with the landscape in mind—in addition to utilizing architectural methods and materials that are meant to be a light-touch on the land, the structures’ layout and vibe are all about immersing yourself in the natural beauty around you.
—Lauren Sloss, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
The panel will examine how immersing oneself in different locations and cultures on set influences not only the direction of a project but also the broader understanding of the world around us.
—William Earl, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
This dense grove of bamboo includes stalks as high as 92 feet, immersing the visitor in a world of green—and Zen embodied.
—Maya Silver, Outside, 20 Jan. 2026
Working with Josh and Benny taught me so much about hyperrealism and immersing yourself fully in a world.
—Wengel Gemu, Vanity Fair, 15 Jan. 2026
You’re being called to slow down, process old emotions and commit to your healing rather than immersing yourself in constant productivity.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
That sense of place goes a long way in immersing you into J1’s world, whether the tone is deadly serious or lightly comical.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersing
Adjective
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For the uninitiated, analog bags are essentially bags that are filled with tactile, low-stimulatory activities that are screenless yet totally engaging, like books, crafts, and journals.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Jan. 2026
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The flow is natural and creates an engaging experience for guests in this warm and welcoming environment.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Mornings will be well below zero, with wind chills dipping into the 20s below zero at times.—
Joseph Dames,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Increasing clouds are expected Tuesday, with a high near 23 degrees and wind chill values dipping below zero at times as a light southwest wind develops.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This new process, the researchers explain, could offer interesting options for keeping energy-hungry data centers cool.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Feb. 2026
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The game was a blowout early but got interesting late.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Our guide to the best upcoming sci-fi movies in 2026 features a blockbuster mix of popular franchises, intriguing one-offs, and one of the greatest directors of all time heading back to alien visitation territory.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
31 Dec. 2025
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New York has intriguing young outfielders in Jasson Domínguez and Spencer jones, but Bellinger was the team's second best player in the lineup this season.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In homage to the Dead, Speirs created tie-dye shirts with an image of a dunking skeleton and the colors of the Lithuanian flag, a version of which still sells.—
Alex Valdes,
New York Times,
17 Jan. 2026
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Many basketball and football athletes are now selling their passing, tackling and dunking skills each year to the highest bidder.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Movable acoustic drapes and sound-absorbing panels will let the theater be calibrated to the best sound for various styles of performances.—
Heather McRea,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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Armed with their music knowledge, Kristjanson and Devoe equipped the listening room and wine bar with a JJ322 tube amp, Klipsch AK6 speakers and sound-absorbing panels along the walls and ceilings that look ornamental and decorative at first glance.—
Nneka M. Okona,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The invasion of an American city by a federal occupying force might finally have stirred the conscience of the people.—
Michael Luo,
New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2026
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As of that month, however, Leiweke was reportedly still occupying a seat on the Oak View board as vice chairman.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This sparse design extends into the rooms that are dressed in desert hues, with floating beds in the center of the room, walk-in showers, and private balconies that look onto the pool; some also have soaking tubs.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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It has been suggested soaking the seeds in warm water for 24 hours can wash off the coating and speed growth.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Immersing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersing. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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