as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
an engrossing lecture on Native American culture before the arrival of Europeans
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as in intriguing
to hold the attention of
a mystery story that will engross readers all the way to the surprise ending
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Recent Examples of engrossing
Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
In the hands of director Hannah Meade, the play has an engrossing horror movie quality, with a jump scare or two, but the story’s arc is hard to follow.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2025
Rachel Flynn, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
In an engrossing narrative for Bicycling, Kim Cross recounts the incredible journeys of a few of these women who shepherded a movement and fought for women’s freedoms in the country.
—Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 5 Nov. 2024
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Adjective
But first, there’s an engrossing look at the life of a multi-faceted woman who grew up in the squeaky-clean 1950s, with a dad who worked in PR for Disney.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
In the hands of director Hannah Meade, the play has an engrossing horror movie quality, with a jump scare or two, but the story’s arc is hard to follow.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2025
Verb
An engrossing book by a talent lost too young.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
In an engrossing narrative for Bicycling, Kim Cross recounts the incredible journeys of a few of these women who shepherded a movement and fought for women’s freedoms in the country.
—Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engrossing
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The series has an interesting group of producers including Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, who is a lifelong Blues fan, who will exec produce, and Tom Brady, who bought a minority stake in the club in August 2023 and will produce via his Religion of Sports label.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Having said that, there might be interesting parallels with other cases and countries.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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Here, get a preview of some of the most intriguing details behind a few of Fleetwood Mac’s most iconic songs.—
John Russell,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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For confection lovers looking for something warm and intriguing, try Chai Épicé with breakfast to kickstart your day.—
Danielle James,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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To maximize engagement, tailor content according to platform-specific best practices: • Instagram And TikTok: Focus on visually engaging content, reels and stories.—
Kurt Allen,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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But in three and a half months, with an engaging blend of hot and cold, Pereira has put Wolves 12 points clear of the bottom three.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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Jackson Hole neighbors Grand Teton National Park, where experienced adventurers have been immersing themselves in nature for decades.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
6 Jan. 2025
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There are no heroes here, just Kidman fully immersing herself in a character for whom every action is an attack, for whom every word is a wheeze, and for whom every movement looks labored.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
3 Jan. 2025
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Adult Tai was such a fascinating character in Season 1, and she’s been totally ruined in the following seasons.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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While Colorado itself hasn't had significant success, Deion has at least produced some fascinating NFL prospects.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Fear not, the lightweight spray formula features a quick absorbing texture that won’t weigh down hair.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
15 Jan. 2025
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See what anchors make meditating feel more absorbing, pleasurable, or easeful for you.—
Carolyn L. Todd,
SELF,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Engrossing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engrossing. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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