as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something
forgot to return the phone call due to his absorption in setting up the new computer system
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Recent Examples of absorption
Tomatoes prefer soil that is slightly acidic to neutral (6.2 to 6.8), so adjusting the soil pH can improve absorption of nutrients and may result in sweeter fruit.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 25 June 2025
It’s made from ethylene vinyl acetate (sometimes called EVA), which is a plush foam material that molds to the shape of your foot over time, providing support, comfort, and shock absorption in the process.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 July 2025
But curiosity also connects to absorption and sensation seeking.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Altogether, these ingredients help to prevent excess oil absorption while delivering grease-free hydration to the skin — a combo that our editors can’t live without this time of year.
—Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 17 June 2025
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 25 June 2025
It’s made from ethylene vinyl acetate (sometimes called EVA), which is a plush foam material that molds to the shape of your foot over time, providing support, comfort, and shock absorption in the process.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 July 2025
But curiosity also connects to absorption and sensation seeking.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Altogether, these ingredients help to prevent excess oil absorption while delivering grease-free hydration to the skin — a combo that our editors can’t live without this time of year.
—Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 17 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for absorption
Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorption
Noun
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While stereo tracks can sound very good, none had the same clarity, punch, or immersion of their Dolby Atmos counterparts.—
Ryan Waniata,
Wired News,
20 July 2025
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Beyond the Full Moon Dinner Series, the Omni Mount Washington Resort also offers a wealth of other activities that are perfect for a full immersion into the beauty of the White Mountains.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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The one that caught my attention is a modern cabin-style tiny house that has a front porch, two bedrooms, and the option to add solar panels.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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Other styles that have caught my attention include this twirly Parthea Midi Dress, $57 on Amazon, and this ruched American Eagle Bella midi dress, on sale for $49.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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The party was especially popular in the West and South, appealing to farmers by objecting to the concentration of wealth and economic power.—
Joseph Thorndike,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Ranking focused on mean household income, a choice that typically emphasizes the concentration of wealth rather than median income, which can be substantially lower and less influenced by outliers.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 July 2025
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“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorption. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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