variants also absorbant
as in thirsty
able to soak up liquids especially readily highly absorbent material that is really good for wiping off automobiles

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Recent Examples of absorbent These absorbent coasters are also perfect for the bathroom sink; they’re made from natural Diatomaceous earth, which absorbs moisture and dries out very quickly. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2025 In one embodiment, the fabric features an absorbent layer—cotton, rayon, a combination of the two—disposed between the first and second layers. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Aug. 2025 Ducks need outdoor space, a predator-proof coop with waterproof, absorbent flooring, and a ramp for easy access. Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025 The oversized, ultra-absorbent towel shows your love of your country and Fox News. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2024 See All Example Sentences for absorbent
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Adjective
  • That’s a lot of water, and the thirsty sands of the desert quickly absorbed it.
    Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Sep. 2025
  • His is a story that begins long before the You memes and thirsty edits on TikTok, with a little kid in Washington, trying to cry on cue.
    Sophie Ansari, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • With a neutral flavor and slightly chewy, spongy texture, this bread would hold up well for sandwiches of any size.
    Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025
  • According to the study, their skull includes a rigid beak, a flexible hyoid bone wrapping around the skull, and a layer of spongy bone between the hyoid and skull bone.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2025

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“Absorbent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorbent. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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