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as in to engulf
to cover with a flood
a week of nonstop rain that submersed the cornfields and delayed planting for days
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as in to immerse
to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid
those hardy souls who daily submerse themselves in icy cold water for its invigorating effect
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Recent Examples of submerse
People often submerse themselves in water to ease their suffering, allowing the worm to release larva that then infect others.
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Theresa Gaffney,
STAT,
2 Feb. 2026
The Downriver Mutual Aid Dive Team is expected to search water alongside eastbound Interstate 94 and Ecorse after a car was submersed in water after a crash.
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Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
15 Oct. 2025
Its short and light body is easy to grip yet can take a drop or be submersed in up to 2 meters of water.
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Hunter Fenollol,
Popular Mechanics,
25 Apr. 2023
Pioneer Day gives families an opportunity to submerse themselves into that time period and to learn through hands on activity.
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Gina Grillo,
chicagotribune.com,
25 June 2019
Use an eyedropper to apply it or submerse the stain in the stuff for 15 minutes.
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Caroline Picard,
Good Housekeeping,
15 Nov. 2018
With gills that flare out when submersed, the salamander looks similar to the axolotl, a relative.
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National Geographic,
19 June 2018
Dr. Marchbein notes that water can also lead to infection in a new tattoo, so avoid fully submersing it in water (AKA, swimming or sitting in a bath) until it is fully healed.
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Emma Sarran Webster,
Teen Vogue,
14 Aug. 2017
With rooms that open to the ocean for dining alfresco while above water, and large viewing galleries for taking in the marine life when submersed, the Migaloo creates that harmony.
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Dave Banks,
Fox News,
25 Apr. 2016
Theresa Gaffney,
STAT,
2 Feb. 2026
The Downriver Mutual Aid Dive Team is expected to search water alongside eastbound Interstate 94 and Ecorse after a car was submersed in water after a crash.
—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
15 Oct. 2025
Its short and light body is easy to grip yet can take a drop or be submersed in up to 2 meters of water.
—
Hunter Fenollol,
Popular Mechanics,
25 Apr. 2023
Pioneer Day gives families an opportunity to submerse themselves into that time period and to learn through hands on activity.
—
Gina Grillo,
chicagotribune.com,
25 June 2019
Use an eyedropper to apply it or submerse the stain in the stuff for 15 minutes.
—
Caroline Picard,
Good Housekeeping,
15 Nov. 2018
With gills that flare out when submersed, the salamander looks similar to the axolotl, a relative.
—
National Geographic,
19 June 2018
Dr. Marchbein notes that water can also lead to infection in a new tattoo, so avoid fully submersing it in water (AKA, swimming or sitting in a bath) until it is fully healed.
—
Emma Sarran Webster,
Teen Vogue,
14 Aug. 2017
With rooms that open to the ocean for dining alfresco while above water, and large viewing galleries for taking in the marine life when submersed, the Migaloo creates that harmony.
—
Dave Banks,
Fox News,
25 Apr. 2016
Recent Examples of Synonyms for submerse
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Westeros will be engulfed in flames as the Dance of the Dragons sweeps away knights riding their mighty creatures and entire armies.
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The sun itself will undergo this transformation in around 5 billion years, swelling out to around the orbit of Mars and engulfing the inner rocky planets, including Earth.
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Perched high above the Bow Valley, Rimrock Banff will reopen this summer after a major redesign that includes a mountain-facing infinity pool, outdoor sauna, and quiet corners to immerse with nature.
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Named for the Uto-Aztecan word for green, the property immerses guests in nature and local culture at every turn, appearing to all but dissolve into the emerald jungle and volcanic cliffs of the Sierra Madre.
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Craciun urged folks to flood the committee and Petrie-Norris’ office with calls and letters demanding action.
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People flooded the comment section with offers to help.
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Gas dipped below $4 a gallon for the first time since March.
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World Cup sensation Freddy dipped his toes into the country music world in epic fashion.
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And then, four days into the search, Regina’s car was found submerged in a nearby pond, her body inside.
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Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water.
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As Vermax struggles to stay above water and begins to drown, Jace frees himself from his mount and reaches the surface.
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French media reported that four children drowned Saturday.
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Consider the following ideas to maximize space and add flower power without overwhelming the dahlias.
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In a world often overwhelmed by heartbreak and division, the story confirms that love has a way of continuing on.
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“Submerse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/submerse. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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