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
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
Those sorts of unexpected shifts are what make Vile’s brand of self-absorption so uniquely absorbing after all these years, even as Philadelphia leans into his familiar formula of ’70s-Neil ditch-digging filtered through ’80s-Springsteen production and stretched across ’90s-CD sprawl.
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Stuart Berman,
Pitchfork,
4 June 2026
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
The incident was a stark reminder that while Earth’s atmosphere is an incredibly effective shield, absorbing the lion’s share of cosmic impacts, a large enough kinetic punch can still reach the surface below.
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Shawn Laatsch,
The Conversation,
15 June 2026
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Adjective
Unlike standard contact lenses, these incorporate light-responsive or light-absorbing compounds into the lens material itself.
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Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
Those sorts of unexpected shifts are what make Vile’s brand of self-absorption so uniquely absorbing after all these years, even as Philadelphia leans into his familiar formula of ’70s-Neil ditch-digging filtered through ’80s-Springsteen production and stretched across ’90s-CD sprawl.
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Stuart Berman,
Pitchfork,
4 June 2026
Verb
Travelers looking to spend less time in the car and more time absorbing the city’s everyday rhythms could center their stay in the tony enclave of La Jolla, 12 miles north of San Diego’s downtown.
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Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
The incident was a stark reminder that while Earth’s atmosphere is an incredibly effective shield, absorbing the lion’s share of cosmic impacts, a large enough kinetic punch can still reach the surface below.
—
Shawn Laatsch,
The Conversation,
15 June 2026
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The relaxed fit offers plenty of comfort while the print keeps things visually interesting.
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An interesting analogy can be drawn to humanity’s relationship with animals.
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There was an increase in drinking from 2021 to 2023 among San Diego Unified high school students, especially those 18 and older.
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Also in Boston, Scottish World Cup supporters impressed locals after reportedly drinking several bars dry.
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The first four episodes made available for review likewise have tiny sparks of interest, from some witty dialogue to genuine plot momentum to intriguing new characters popping up.
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His 6-foot-6 frame and power potential offer intriguing athletic tools.
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By integrating Hyperon into its humanoid robots, Mind Children aims to create machines capable of understanding context, processing complex information, and responding more naturally to human interactions.
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Changes in the way Nielsen measures ratings (including integrating out of home viewing and big data) that tend to give live sports a bump have helped too.
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Young people didn’t think these types of jobs paid enough money and felt the roles were often more emotionally draining than others.
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Both handhelds sipped power during Balatro, draining the battery at around 14W and 9W, respectively.
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Leaving would mean becoming a beginner again, tolerating uncertainty and risking an imperfect decision.
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Spanish and French lavender varieties, in particular, are known for tolerating high temperatures the best.
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What Dave Gallagher and the AnimSchool Studios team have achieved is remarkable, creating a visually stunning, emotionally engaging series that has already built a passionate audience through its own merit.
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Mahjong, which is strategic, social and mentally engaging, fits squarely into that category.
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Husband-and-wife team Andrew Levitas and Katherine Jenkins created the Welsh spirit so that Jenkins, a classical singer, could enjoy sipping a gin smooth enough not to affect her voice.
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Dig your toes in the sand while sipping a mai tai and munching on the restaurant’s famous Bimini Bread with Aruba Glaze and whipped honey butter.
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