1.   Watching his total absorption in the service and the way in which he hung upon the holy words, Owen could not help feeling a moment of doubt.

2.   She wondered if he really did notice her total absorption with his music and appreciation of his dashing good looks.

3.   Indeed, researchers have documented that during periods of total absorption in reading, there are changes in respiration and heartbeat.

4.   I had total absorption in my work.