
Engulf
Natural Disasters
Often used to describe overwhelming natural events, emphasizing their impact.

After the volcano erupted, the village was engulfed in lava.
Total Involvement
Suggests something is so encompassing, it leaves nothing outside unaffected.

The thriller was so intense, I was completely engulfed by the story.
Sensory Overwhelm
Can refer to senses being fully occupied by something, like sound or smell.

As the band played, we were engulfed by the music.
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BuryConsumeDevourDrownEnvelopImmerseOverwhelmSubmergeSwallow
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