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
Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 24 Aug. 2025
His group is developing hybrid hinges that combine the precision and strength of rigid joints with the shock-absorbing, compliant properties of biological joints, potentially unlocking extra degrees of freedom in shoulders or knees for more lifelike motion.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2025
Simmone Shah, Time, 25 Sep. 2025
There are many substances, such as snow, clouds, and milk, that don’t have light-absorbing pigments but are still opaque.
—Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
It’s made from a moisture-absorbing, lightweight fabric and features a flattering V-neckline.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 24 Aug. 2025
His group is developing hybrid hinges that combine the precision and strength of rigid joints with the shock-absorbing, compliant properties of biological joints, potentially unlocking extra degrees of freedom in shoulders or knees for more lifelike motion.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2025
Verb
When temperatures drop and the days get shorter, trees get less sunlight, causing the energy-absorbing chlorophyll, which gives them their green hues, to break down and reveal the other color pigments.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 25 Sep. 2025
There are many substances, such as snow, clouds, and milk, that don’t have light-absorbing pigments but are still opaque.
—Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorbing
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Add in the fact that Woolen is only 26 years old and things get even more interesting.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Safdie takes a story of passion and fury, of rage and torment, and reduces it to the arm’s-length mode of the interesting.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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So just fixing my diet, drinking a lot of water, stretching, moving every day, doing the right movements.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
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To paraphrase Fight Club, fighting becomes the reason to keep your nails short, to order salad instead of fries, and to stop drinking on weeknights.—
Dan Brooks,
The Atlantic,
2 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, conversations included panel discussions on leveraging content creators and influencers for digital campaigns, expanding on new and existing fandoms through live experiences, virtual reality reshaping entertainment, integrating AI to elevate human creativity, among other topics.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
26 Sep. 2025
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Its technology requires no new machinery or retooling, easily integrating into existing production lines and ready to deploy into high volumes.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
25 Sep. 2025
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Instead of reconnecting, conversations with Ella have become draining and repetitive.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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Soil Any average well-draining soil is fine because these plants are used to tough conditions and adapt well to a variety of soil types.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
24 Sep. 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 future will not be secured by tolerating lies or retreating into despair.—
Carolyn McKinney,
Boston Herald,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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While not tack-sharp like its GT4 sibling, the GTS features steering response that’s a top-shelf lesson in basic physics; low weight, low CG, and having all the weight centered between the axles makes for an authentically engaging experience.—
Peter Nelson,
Robb Report,
1 Oct. 2025
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This puzzle book provides hours of engaging activities that don't require batteries or Wi-Fi.—
Gabriela Garcia,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Sep. 2025
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It was designed to keep guests on their feet, sipping cocktails and socializing elbow to elbow.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
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They were filmed sipping away, with surprising comfort considering the unusual setting for a water break.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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The luxury hotel brand is immersing its high-paying clients in local events through bookable packages taking place at the hotel.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
24 Sep. 2025
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Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Absorbing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorbing. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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