as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
shell collecting can be so absorbing that you don't notice the tide coming in
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as in drinking
to take in (something liquid) through small openings
most of the spilled water was absorbed by the tablecloth
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as in intriguing
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 integrating
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 draining
to make complete use of
cleaning the house absorbed the rest of his energy
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as in tolerating
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
somehow she managed to absorb whatever hardships life offered
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Recent Examples of absorbing
Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 3 Sep. 2025
But the movie, directed by Olivier Assayas (from a script he co-wrote with Emmanuel Carrère), is at once absorbing and diffuse.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 31 Aug. 2025
Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 19 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, defenseman Erik Gudbranson, out since absorbing a hit from the Minnesota Wild’s Marcus Foligno in the second game of the season, has resumed light skating, Waddell said.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
The fast-absorbing, spreadable formula is infused with hydrating hyaluronic acid and layers beautifully under makeup.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 3 Sep. 2025
But the movie, directed by Olivier Assayas (from a script he co-wrote with Emmanuel Carrère), is at once absorbing and diffuse.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
While many are absorbing the costs so far, Kelley Blue Book came out with an estimate last week that the average US new car price just topped $50,000 for the first time.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 19 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, defenseman Erik Gudbranson, out since absorbing a hit from the Minnesota Wild’s Marcus Foligno in the second game of the season, has resumed light skating, Waddell said.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorbing
Adjective
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Because that could really be interesting.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
22 Oct. 2025
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This has created interesting bedfellows, where politicians on both sides of the aisle increasingly agree that regulations must be streamlined to support supply.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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To manage your thirst, try limiting your salt intake, drinking enough water throughout the day, and regulating your bedroom temperature.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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Then last year, Tuco started drinking more water than usual.—
Christine Peterson,
Outdoor Life,
23 Oct. 2025
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New York has intriguing young outfielders in Jasson Domínguez and Spencer jones, but Bellinger was the team's second best player in the lineup this season.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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The campaign, represented by L’Oréal International Distribution (LID) and Global SS Beauty Brands, pays tribute to India’s beloved marigold — an essential part of any celebration — while integrating Armani’s signature red tones to transform the mall’s exterior.—
Mayu Saini,
Footwear News,
18 Oct. 2025
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Ultimately, companies should be integrating crisis scenarios into risk management frameworks and ensuring that potential threats are considered in strategic planning.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
18 Oct. 2025
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One of such instances occurred after a draining process of shipping their Land Rover to Australia — a move that cost around $7,000.—
Kaela Ling,
CNBC,
21 Oct. 2025
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To propagate directly in soil instead, place the cutting in a small pot filled with well-draining soil so the node is buried.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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The result is a lower threshold for tolerating frustration, and a harder time focusing in the classroom.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
16 Oct. 2025
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And while European diplomats were for many years eager to court Vučić, even tolerating hedging tactics that saw Serbia expand ties with Russia and China, that changed amid the president’s response to months of protest.—
Hanna Begić,
The Conversation,
29 Sep. 2025
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The series cemented Kinney’s spot in children’s libraries across the country and among lists of the most engaging kids’ books.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Red Shirt’s job is to be dynamic, engaging and memorable.—
Jason BARNARD,
Rolling Stone,
20 Oct. 2025
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Fred Astaire, in his final film role, stars as the head of the Chowder Society, a New England men's club in which members regale each other with spooky stories while sipping brandy.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Oct. 2025
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Fans kept their spirits high throughout the evening, sipping on a variety of White Claw flavors and products, and making the most of the interactive experiences on-site.—
Quincy Green,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Absorbing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorbing. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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