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 effect is one of complete immersion; we are drenched in Goethe’s and Germany’s past.
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The New Yorker, 24 Dec. 2024
Each island promises immersion in nature through hiking, snorkeling, and Zodiac adventures.
—Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 23 Dec. 2024
Immersive experiences await in all the towns on this list: immersions in nature, culture, and history, and in environments from the mountains to the beach.
—Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2024
The Arq includes three ultra-private, ultra-luxury spa villas, looking out onto Lake Pichola, each providing butlers, world-class cuisine, wellness treatments and activities and immersion into the finest of Indian traditions.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The New Yorker, 24 Dec. 2024
Each island promises immersion in nature through hiking, snorkeling, and Zodiac adventures.
—Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 23 Dec. 2024
Immersive experiences await in all the towns on this list: immersions in nature, culture, and history, and in environments from the mountains to the beach.
—Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2024
The Arq includes three ultra-private, ultra-luxury spa villas, looking out onto Lake Pichola, each providing butlers, world-class cuisine, wellness treatments and activities and immersion into the finest of Indian traditions.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immersion
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Quintin notes that the EFF detected similar anomalous behavior in a previous test conducted in Washington, DC’s Embassy Row, an area known for its high concentration of embassies and diplomatic offices.Dhruv Mehrotra, WIRED, 10 Jan. 2025
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Emissions Atmospheric concentrations of carbon dioxide and methane increased again, reaching record annual levels in 2024, at 422 parts per million, according to Copernicus.Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Quarterback Matthew Stafford said that the Vikings were receiving the Rams’ full attention while the Rams were at the team’s facility in Woodland Hills.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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The legal battle over TikTok has attracted unusual attention due to its political and cultural significance.Nik Popli, TIME, 9 Jan. 2025
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But ground flaxseed has been broken down, making the omega-3s and other nutrients more available for absorption.Lina Begdache, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2025
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To get the most benefits, take it with meals higher in fat to improve absorption and reduce side effects like reflux.Karen Berger, PharmD, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Immersion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immersion. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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