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
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
Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Some businesses absorbed the tariffs, at least initially, cutting into margins to avoid sudden price hikes.
—Sara Albrecht, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
When there’s an intervening cloud of neutral matter in the way, for example, the original signal will be partially absorbed at a specific set of wavelengths by that matter.
—Big Think, 6 Mar. 2026
Freeny absorbed the impact like Marvin Hagler, hardly flinching and brushing it off.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
By 2018, 18 quarterbacks absorbed at least 10 percent of the cap, and the top seven fell between 14 and 19 percent — that year, Aaron Rodgers became the first to eclipse 18 percent.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
An unexpected expense, like a major home repair, a car replacement, a medical bill, cannot be absorbed through overtime or a new job.
—Allison Palmer
march 6, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
In laboratory trials, the device successfully absorbed about 14% of the vibration energy.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026
Procedures, like gastric bypass, affect the upper small intestine, where vitamin D is absorbed.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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
Day, a bridge engineer who moved to the area from England in 1998, has absorbed the part that the bridge played in his in-laws’ history.
—Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Some businesses absorbed the tariffs, at least initially, cutting into margins to avoid sudden price hikes.
—Sara Albrecht, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
When there’s an intervening cloud of neutral matter in the way, for example, the original signal will be partially absorbed at a specific set of wavelengths by that matter.
—Big Think, 6 Mar. 2026
Freeny absorbed the impact like Marvin Hagler, hardly flinching and brushing it off.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
By 2018, 18 quarterbacks absorbed at least 10 percent of the cap, and the top seven fell between 14 and 19 percent — that year, Aaron Rodgers became the first to eclipse 18 percent.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
An unexpected expense, like a major home repair, a car replacement, a medical bill, cannot be absorbed through overtime or a new job.
—Allison Palmer
march 6, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
In laboratory trials, the device successfully absorbed about 14% of the vibration energy.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026
Procedures, like gastric bypass, affect the upper small intestine, where vitamin D is absorbed.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorbed
Adjective
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The Viking longships traverse some of the world’s most iconic rivers from the Rhone in Europe to the Mekong in Vietnam, and dock right outside the center of beautiful towns and villages, which allow travelers to feel immersed in new destinations every day.—
Megan duBois,
USA Today,
26 Feb. 2026
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The hotel has over 100 works of art, and stepping into the hotel is like an immersed tour in the atmosphere of traditional oriental aesthetics and modern art.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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James Madison reportedly drank a pint of whiskey every day.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
2 Mar. 2026
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This is where Wyatt and Virgil Earp and Doc Holliday once drank.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
20 Feb. 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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Flashbacks and memories are seamlessly integrated into the film as Grace recalls them, and the audience grows eager to unpack the mysteries of the film and the mission at its center.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
10 Mar. 2026
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Both hybrid systems use Stellantis engines and have been integrated to meet the company’s own standards and driving dynamics, according to two sources with the automaker.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For Mejia, the ruling closes a chapter that consumed more than half her life.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
9 Mar. 2026
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Amid Iranian threats on vessels moving through the strait, the lack of movement from oil tankers over the weekend sent energy markets in a fury, as 20 percent of all oil consumed worldwide passes through the conduit.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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After 40 years, the bloom might be off the Austin event's rose, at least for those who have participated in the global festival and conference — or even just tolerated it — for decades.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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Finally, colleges and universities must ensure their culture communicates that parents aren’t just tolerated but welcomed and celebrated.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Christodoulides has underscored that Cyprus won’t take part in any military operation and remains focused on its regional humanitarian role that includes a maritime corridor sending aid to the Gaza Strip via the Israeli port of Ashdod.—
Sylvie Corbet,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Next to him is guitarist Khrystian Ramos, focused and business-minded, balancing band duties with outside ventures that include a successful seafood business.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Like fire swallowed setting everything alight inside.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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Phillipsburg declared a state of emergency last month when a sinkhole swallowed a dump truck.—
Nick Caloway,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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