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as in occupies
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 integrates
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 consumes
to make complete use of
cleaning the house absorbed the rest of his energy
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as in tolerates
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
somehow she managed to absorb whatever hardships life offered
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Recent Examples of absorbs
The cushiony cream is packed with Blue Hyaluronic Acid, a micro-sized form of HA that absorbs quickly and delivers long-lasting hydration.
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 Mar. 2026
In the agency partnership announced Thursday, the Treasury absorbs the loans from borrowers who are in default or haven’t paid their debts for at least nine months.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Porter remains sidelined, Mann is out, and the Nets are still sorting through who absorbs the extra creation duty, including Malachi Smith, who signed a 10-day contract with the club on Friday.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 16 Mar. 2026
Absorption Issues High magnesium doses can affect how well your body absorbs other medications.
—Kirstyn Hill, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
The calorie count listed on David protein bars, Rahal added, is based on a calculation of just the calories the body absorbs.
—Natalie Bennett, NBC news, 13 Mar. 2026
Other factors also matter, including density (how many strands grow per square inch) and porosity (how easily hair absorbs moisture).
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2026
The gel cushioning absorbs impact, and the mesh fabric keeps things breathable so your feet don't turn into a sauna situation mid-trip.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
What to read next This phenomenon, known as the YORP effect, occurs when an asteroid absorbs sunlight and re-emits that energy as thermal radiation, creating a tiny but continuous thrust that can slowly spin the space rock faster.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 Mar. 2026
In the agency partnership announced Thursday, the Treasury absorbs the loans from borrowers who are in default or haven’t paid their debts for at least nine months.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Porter remains sidelined, Mann is out, and the Nets are still sorting through who absorbs the extra creation duty, including Malachi Smith, who signed a 10-day contract with the club on Friday.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 16 Mar. 2026
Absorption Issues High magnesium doses can affect how well your body absorbs other medications.
—Kirstyn Hill, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
The calorie count listed on David protein bars, Rahal added, is based on a calculation of just the calories the body absorbs.
—Natalie Bennett, NBC news, 13 Mar. 2026
Other factors also matter, including density (how many strands grow per square inch) and porosity (how easily hair absorbs moisture).
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2026
The gel cushioning absorbs impact, and the mesh fabric keeps things breathable so your feet don't turn into a sauna situation mid-trip.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
What to read next This phenomenon, known as the YORP effect, occurs when an asteroid absorbs sunlight and re-emits that energy as thermal radiation, creating a tiny but continuous thrust that can slowly spin the space rock faster.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorbs
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Austin nightclub Cheer Up Charlies, a 15-year-old queer- and women-owned venue downtown, has made a name for itself for more than its musical lineup and drinks selection.—
Julianna Duennes Russ,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Mar. 2026
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With just burgers, fries, shakes, and drinks on the menu, everything is made fresh and sourced locally.—
Sari Hitchins,
Parents,
8 Mar. 2026
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The celestial equator is just a projection of Earth’s terrestrial equator onto our sky and occupies the same mathematical plane as Earth’s terrestrial equator.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
15 Mar. 2026
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Nevada, by Imogen Binnie, occupies a similar place in my own literary imagination.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Mar. 2026
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This pilot integrates street outreach with supportive permanent housing, bypassing transitional shelter placements.—
Barbara A. Blair,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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The show integrates songs, storytelling, humor and audience participation.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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For example, one weekend session saw Cheyenne Hunt, executive director of Gen Z for Change, and Washington Post staffer Dylan Wells discuss how the public consumes news.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Mar. 2026
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But that also consumes about 5% of the country's overall electricity, according to a study by Tel Aviv University.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
15 Mar. 2026
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The full study was published in the journal Arthropoda, and its findings describe an organism that tolerates urban noise and vibrations better than most animals — which is why the species is thriving in urban areas across the Southeast.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
17 Mar. 2026
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This long-blooming plant loves the heat, tolerates drought, and doesn’t need fancy soil—sandy, rocky, or poor soils are all fair game, says Gifford.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
11 Mar. 2026
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That was a major downgrade from his current district, which swallows up right-leaning eastern San Diego County and the conservative pockets of Temecula and Murrieta.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Straining at a gnat, the majority swallows a camel.—
Ben Fenwick,
Oklahoma Watch,
12 Feb. 2026
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For most first-time Hawaii visitors, a luau dinner show is a must — an unforgettable vacation highlight that fully immerses you in the rhythms of aloha culture.—
Ben Davidson,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Payton is an exceptional dancer who fully immerses herself in each style presented to her, demonstrating versatility and artistry across genres.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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The new device incorporates strontium and titanium to create internal p-n junctions that act as smooth electronic gates.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Mar. 2026
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In 2012, Aus founded her own eponymous clothing brand and incorporates upcycled textile waste in her designs.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Mar. 2026
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