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 on the Web The least absorbent pair featured in this roundup can hold half a tampon's worth of liquid; the most absorbent pair can hold nine super tampons' worth of liquid. Gabrielle Kassel, Allure, 29 Sep. 2024 If the stain is a grease stain from butter, oil, bike grease, or a similar product, using absorbent cornstarch is recommended. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2024 Cons: These boards require the most maintenance, because wood is the most absorbent board material out there. Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 17 Sep. 2024 This product is absorbent enough to be worn on lighter flow days by itself or as a stylish backup on heavier days. Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 10 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for absorbent 

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“Absorbent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorbent. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

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