engross

/ɪnˈɡroʊs/
verb
  1. To completely capture someone's attention or interest.
    • The puzzle was so challenging that it managed to engross the entire family.
    • The mystery novel will engross readers from the very first page.
    • A good documentary can engross an audience for hours.
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