as in concentration
a focusing of the mind on something
a program of complete immersion in the language is the only way you're going to learn it
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Recent Examples of immersion
One of my life’s biggest regrets is not studying abroad in college and not reaching for that elusive chance for total immersion into another culture during a semester away.
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Katy Spratte Joyce, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
There were one-day Italian-language immersions—how clever, one-day immersions, for her set this was commitment enough.
—Literary Hub, 9 July 2025
Additionally, to enhance immersion, the TV supports Dolby Vision IQ, which adjusts picture settings based on ambient lighting, and Dolby Atmos, which offers multi-dimensional audio for cinematic sound quality.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 July 2025
That said, climate models do suggest more flooding, more displacement, and perhaps more floating — though not full oceanic immersion.
—Chris Reed, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025
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Katy Spratte Joyce, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
There were one-day Italian-language immersions—how clever, one-day immersions, for her set this was commitment enough.
—Literary Hub, 9 July 2025
Additionally, to enhance immersion, the TV supports Dolby Vision IQ, which adjusts picture settings based on ambient lighting, and Dolby Atmos, which offers multi-dimensional audio for cinematic sound quality.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 July 2025
That said, climate models do suggest more flooding, more displacement, and perhaps more floating — though not full oceanic immersion.
—Chris Reed, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersion
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Of course, policymakers will have to strike a balance between preventing excessive market concentration and catalyzing the continued success of leading firms.—
Kweilin Ellingrud,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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However, those estimates were made before 2023, when further detailed analysis of Cassini's data revealed high concentrations of phosphates in the plumes.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
8 July 2025
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Other styles that have caught my attention include this twirly Parthea Midi Dress, $57 on Amazon, and this ruched American Eagle Bella midi dress, on sale for $49.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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The one that caught my attention is a modern cabin-style tiny house that has a front porch, two bedrooms, and the option to add solar panels.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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Our inventory absorption rate of 4.5% indicates increasing balance between a seller’s and buyer’s market, which is a welcome change for buyers after trying to compete in the post-pandemic-era seller’s market.—
Collyn Wainwright,
The Tennessean,
15 July 2025
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Cyclists have used sodium bicarbonate for years to boost performance by helping mitigate the effects of lactic acid, making the legs feel less painful, but a historic issue has been stomach issues and slow absorption rates.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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“Immersion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersion. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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