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 results settle a persistent problem on whether the metric and mean curvature function determine a unique smooth compact immersion.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2026
Each piece was inspired in some way by the artists’ immersion in the dense and sometimes dangerous terrain to become an expression of the island’s environmental, cultural, social, spiritual and emotional magic.
—Amy Paige Condon, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Finally, the Acer Nitro 27-Inch gaming monitor is 24% off, delivering a high-quality 180Hz curved experience for total immersion.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
The large acreage itself is also part of the estate’s appeal, allowing for privacy and immersion in the natural landscape.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2026
Each piece was inspired in some way by the artists’ immersion in the dense and sometimes dangerous terrain to become an expression of the island’s environmental, cultural, social, spiritual and emotional magic.
—Amy Paige Condon, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Finally, the Acer Nitro 27-Inch gaming monitor is 24% off, delivering a high-quality 180Hz curved experience for total immersion.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
The large acreage itself is also part of the estate’s appeal, allowing for privacy and immersion in the natural landscape.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersion
Noun
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The highest concentration is in California and the Southwest, where an extreme heat watch is in place.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that students who eat regular healthy meals tend to have better memory, attention spans and concentration.—
William Jones
March 16,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The purpose of an early debate is to help Californians evaluate a still-developing field, not to let academics and media sponsors freeze the race before most people start paying attention.—
Matt Klink,
Oc Register,
17 Mar. 2026
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Your careful attention to detail turns tension into workable plans without drama.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This structure provides durability while maintaining flexibility and shock absorption, helping the vehicle maintain traction and travel long distances smoothly across the rugged lunar surface even in extreme cold.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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Pairing your iron-rich foods with vitamin C and boiling the veggies before eating may help promote absorption of the iron in the intestines.—
Joy Emeh,
Health,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Immersion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersion. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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