engrossed
Example Sentences
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And we, the American people, have become unusually engrossed in it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2026
The two leaders were filmed several times at Evian, including while they appeared engrossed in conversation on a small sofa, with Meloni smiling as they talked.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
He recalled that his mother was so engrossed in her spiritual work that he needed to earn money to pay for her rent and get food for the family.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
"This is all dog content, when will the cat programme be on?" one person engrossed in the service wrote in the chatroom on PetTV's streaming page.
From Barron's ● Apr. 3, 2026
But Mr. Mann was fully engrossed in whatever he was listening to.
From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence
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