engrossing
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It was a match so engrossing it delayed the BBC News at 10.
From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026
And even those unfamiliar with the tale — the vast majority of attendees, in all likelihood — should find it engrossing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
That engrossing yourself in every meticulous step — from measuring out your own leavening agents to bringing your butter and eggs to room temperature — is what qualifies as real baking.
From Salon ● Jun. 14, 2026
"The surprise of Michael is how well it plays, and what an engrossing middle-of-the-road biopic it is," he said, praising its performances and cinematography.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2026
The guests were not disappointed: they had a very pleasant feast, in fact an engrossing entertainment: rich, abundant, varied, and prolonged.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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