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
The building itself becomes a frame for founder Alan Faena’s vision of cultural, visual, and emotional immersion.
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
However, music enthusiasts know that the island's annual Reggae Sumfest, held in Montego Bay every July, is easily the best time to visit Jamaica for a complete immersion in the beat—and the culture.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
This immersion trained his instinct more than his intellect.
—Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
On the other hand, an even, coarse grind that looks like rough sea salt is best for a French press, as the coffee steeps with full immersion.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 24 Jan. 2026
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
However, music enthusiasts know that the island's annual Reggae Sumfest, held in Montego Bay every July, is easily the best time to visit Jamaica for a complete immersion in the beat—and the culture.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
This immersion trained his instinct more than his intellect.
—Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
On the other hand, an even, coarse grind that looks like rough sea salt is best for a French press, as the coffee steeps with full immersion.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 24 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersion
Noun
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Electronic waste from phones, laptops and more contains high concentrations of valuable metals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, manganese, copper, gold and silver.—
Kristen Edgreen Kaufman,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The concentration of public art is remarkable for a town of just over 300 residents.—
Audrey T. Williams,
Mercury News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Ebrahimi’s death has also renewed attention on the case of another Iranian boxer, Mohammad Javad Vafaei Sani, who is on death row.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The incident heightened national attention on aviation safety in 2025, with many people questioning whether flying was safe.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That absorption can lead to deeper staining and long-term deterioration.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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Their kids, meanwhile — teenage Ída and twin boys Grímur and Þorgils (the trio played by director Pálmason’s own children) — exhibit a healthy absorption of the circumstances, meeting moments of togetherness with plenty of humor and spirit.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Immersion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersion. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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