as in immersed
having the mind fixed on something
Lori was so absorbed in her book that she didn't hear the bell ring
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as in interested
to hold the attention of
chatting on the phone doesn't absorb me so much that I can't do something else at the same time
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as in integrated
to make a part of a body or system
local schools will seek to absorb the new immigrants into the regular curriculum as quickly as possible
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as in consumed
to make complete use of
cleaning the house absorbed the rest of his energy
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as in tolerated
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
somehow she managed to absorb whatever hardships life offered
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Recent Examples of absorbed
Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2026
The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.
—Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 6 Mar. 2025
Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.
—Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024
Because of this, absorbed sunlight isn’t reradiated in every direction equally but in some directions more than others.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2024
Chemical sunscreen, also called absorbed sunscreen, works by absorbing the UV rays, converting them to heat and releasing them from the body.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 7 July 2024
March 8 7 days from peak bloom 3°F warmer
March 10
6 days from peak bloom
1°F cooler
March 11
As temperatures rose early in the year, the cells in the bud became active and absorbed water from the branches of the tree.
—Harry Stevens, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024
The blanket repels dirt and pet hair, shakes sand off easily, and amazed us during the spill test when liquid pooled instead of absorbed and was easily blotted, leaving no stain behind.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
As the refrigerant expands, a pump takes it away, and a radiator dumps its absorbed heat.
—Manasee Wagh, Popular Mechanics, 18 Apr. 2022
Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Some consumers may be concerned that aluminum, when absorbed into the body, can affect estrogen receptors in breast cells.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2026
Most of this heat—91 percent—is being absorbed by the world’s oceans.
—Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 23 Mar. 2026
Njoroge's job is to help calculate the appropriate dose of a drug to give to a patient by determining how it's absorbed by the body, processed or metabolized, and excreted.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 22 Mar. 2026
The process works on the theory that when one thing releases heat — in this case, food — it’s absorbed by another, in this case whoever is digesting that food, as energy.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 22 Mar. 2026
Arizona has already absorbed some of the deepest cuts in recent years.
—Amalia Roy, FOXNews.com, 22 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood/area The Kruununhaka district was once the ‘crown’s paddocks’, although as the city has grown, it’s been absorbed into the downtown area.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Each time, the UAE absorbed the shock, adapted, and accelerated.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Unabsorbed calcium leaves the body through stool, and absorbed calcium that isn't needed may be filtered by the kidneys and leave in urine—often within about a day.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2026
The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.
—Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 6 Mar. 2025
Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.
—Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024
Because of this, absorbed sunlight isn’t reradiated in every direction equally but in some directions more than others.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2024
Chemical sunscreen, also called absorbed sunscreen, works by absorbing the UV rays, converting them to heat and releasing them from the body.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 7 July 2024
March 8 7 days from peak bloom 3°F warmer
March 10
6 days from peak bloom
1°F cooler
March 11
As temperatures rose early in the year, the cells in the bud became active and absorbed water from the branches of the tree.
—Harry Stevens, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024
The blanket repels dirt and pet hair, shakes sand off easily, and amazed us during the spill test when liquid pooled instead of absorbed and was easily blotted, leaving no stain behind.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
As the refrigerant expands, a pump takes it away, and a radiator dumps its absorbed heat.
—Manasee Wagh, Popular Mechanics, 18 Apr. 2022
Verb
And Rubio absorbed the Cuban exiles’ uncompromising stances.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Some consumers may be concerned that aluminum, when absorbed into the body, can affect estrogen receptors in breast cells.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2026
Most of this heat—91 percent—is being absorbed by the world’s oceans.
—Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 23 Mar. 2026
Njoroge's job is to help calculate the appropriate dose of a drug to give to a patient by determining how it's absorbed by the body, processed or metabolized, and excreted.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 22 Mar. 2026
The process works on the theory that when one thing releases heat — in this case, food — it’s absorbed by another, in this case whoever is digesting that food, as energy.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 22 Mar. 2026
Arizona has already absorbed some of the deepest cuts in recent years.
—Amalia Roy, FOXNews.com, 22 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood/area The Kruununhaka district was once the ‘crown’s paddocks’, although as the city has grown, it’s been absorbed into the downtown area.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Each time, the UAE absorbed the shock, adapted, and accelerated.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorbed
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The sequence of events that led to Wilson’s murder, and ultimately, Armstrong’s conviction, is told through interviews with Austin police detectives and Travis County prosecutors, and by myself and others who became immersed in the tragedy through our work.—
Ian Dille,
Outside,
13 Mar. 2026
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And while there is an element of social anxiety after so many kids grew up in lockdown, that urge to connect, to feel immersed in an experience, is stronger than ever.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Writings by Kouri Richins found in the family home indicate the couple drank a Moscow Mule cocktail and a lemon drop shot.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
17 Mar. 2026
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In a 2025 study published in Free Radical Biology and Medicine, adults who drank beetroot juice twice daily for two weeks experienced significant reductions in blood pressure.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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These stories are not only fun to read, but also provide valuable information about ideas that interested early Christians.—
Christy Cobb,
The Conversation,
26 Feb. 2026
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The character that interested me was (his alter ego) Norman Osborn.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
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Lastly, guests will also notice that the in-room HVAC system is integrated with all balcony doors, resulting in the automatic shutdown of the system when the door is left open.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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The examination found that the collection and financial reporting systems were not integrated, which meant that manual reporting was required to the finance department, according to the warrant affidavit.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Follow live updates Now in its fourth week, the conflict has consumed the Middle East, pushed up the prices of energy and food and threatened the global economy with a far-reaching crisis.—
Chantal Da Silva,
NBC news,
23 Mar. 2026
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And don’t get consumed with thinking about the future.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Conduct of this kind will not be tolerated by anyone in our community.—
Amy Lavalley,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Atkins had hoped to wear her sweatshirt to the game, but the fan club, which makes up the top three rows of section 122 every game, was told Magic City chants and gear would not be tolerated.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The housing bill has also taken a backseat, at least in terms of media coverage and discussion, as Republicans have been more focused on national voter ID legislation.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Mar. 2026
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Our clients can remain confident that our mission and leadership remain entirely focused on their success.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The storm blasted down riverbeds, blew out bridges and roads and swallowed vehicles.—
Matt Gutman,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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That was substantial, but the council swallowed hard and agreed.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Absorbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorbed. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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