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
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
The first campaign sees Doherty exploring and immersing himself within Jamaica’s vibrant culture alongside former Miss Universe Jamaica, Miqueal-Symone Williams.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
However, Fuller, Carr and the actors are skilled in truly immersing the audience within the Murdaugh ecocosystem, highlighting the men in particular, who used their privilege and wealth to gain dominance over this South Carolina community for generations.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Dom Haury, a woodworker, sculptor, and painter, and Kelsey Saikami, a floral designer, moved to Austin from San Francisco in 2021 and were intent on immersing themselves in the creative community.
—Linne Halpern, Architectural Digest, 15 Oct. 2025
Fancy a few nights by the water after immersing yourself in the hectic pace of Venice proper?
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
Buford spent years immersing himself in the world of British hooligan soccer syndicates.
—Ed Lavandera, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic.
—John Archer, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
This Earth sign has a knack for immersing itself in the beauty that surrounds them.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
The first campaign sees Doherty exploring and immersing himself within Jamaica’s vibrant culture alongside former Miss Universe Jamaica, Miqueal-Symone Williams.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
However, Fuller, Carr and the actors are skilled in truly immersing the audience within the Murdaugh ecocosystem, highlighting the men in particular, who used their privilege and wealth to gain dominance over this South Carolina community for generations.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Dom Haury, a woodworker, sculptor, and painter, and Kelsey Saikami, a floral designer, moved to Austin from San Francisco in 2021 and were intent on immersing themselves in the creative community.
—Linne Halpern, Architectural Digest, 15 Oct. 2025
Fancy a few nights by the water after immersing yourself in the hectic pace of Venice proper?
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
Buford spent years immersing himself in the world of British hooligan soccer syndicates.
—Ed Lavandera, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic.
—John Archer, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersing
Adjective
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The production journey has involved balancing the original promise of the short film while creating an engaging genre piece.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
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Users can create immersive, emotionally engaging performances with this feature, without the need for technical review.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Bitcoin was last trading 5% lower on the day at $100,893, dipping at one point as low as $99,966.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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Davis' ice dancing partner kicked off his season 18 strong, scoring straight 9s and never dipping below a rare 7.—
Diana Pearl,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The citrus added just enough brightness and texture to keep each bite interesting without overcomplicating things.—
Evan Moore
November 11,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Nov. 2025
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The interesting thing about when I was hired was the board was comprised largely of people who had been there from the beginning — the big-ticket people like Roger Corman and Mark Damon.—
Kevin Cassidy,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
Verb
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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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But this time, instead of being used as a dunking tool, the bread is baked right on top.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Nov. 2025
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Dude was a slant master, dinking and dunking to his heart’s delight, forcing safeties to creep up and putting linebackers on their heels.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And does the man who presented so many different aspects of his character during an absorbing week still fully know the answer himself?—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Her own book trades on a similarly absorbing, escapist allure.—
Hannah Goldfield,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Ditto the echoes of The Civil War, also examining a battle that pit brother against brother, and The Vietnam War, in which America became the occupying imperial force failing to understand or successfully combat a domestic insurgence.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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Currently, there are no other films occupying that date.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The upper-level primary suite, a serene retreat that feels worlds away from the city below, includes a freestanding soaking tub bedroom.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 Nov. 2025
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The real mystery was in how this tiny towel could somehow absorb every ounce of water from your soaking wet body—but after a quick wring, your shammy was restored to bone-dry perfection.—
Kristen Geil,
Outside,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Immersing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersing. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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