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
Fermentation breaks down compounds called phytates and lectins that normally block mineral absorption in foods like beans and grains.
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Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Black pepper can also boost absorption.
—Patricia Weiser, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2026
Its lightweight design still incorporates enough structure to help with shock absorption.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
They are best suited for improving skin texture, softening fine lines and enhancing product absorption, allowing serums and treatments to penetrate more effectively.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
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Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Black pepper can also boost absorption.
—Patricia Weiser, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2026
Its lightweight design still incorporates enough structure to help with shock absorption.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
They are best suited for improving skin texture, softening fine lines and enhancing product absorption, allowing serums and treatments to penetrate more effectively.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorption
Noun
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There is the former Cherokee Casino, which has been converted into the Durbin Feeling Language Center, an immersion program where all the signage and the lessons are in Cherokee.—
Keith Sharon,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2026
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This full immersion in nature was the perfect way to enjoy the last fleeting moments of spring.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Aries March 21 – April 19 Something at home needs your attention, and pushing through it won’t work today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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March 21 – April 19 Something at home needs your attention, and pushing through it won’t work today.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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If the concentration of sugars and other nutrients is increasing, the cell keeps going forward.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
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Rare earths are relatively common but usually occur at low concentrations and are difficult to separate, making their mining costly.—
Michelle Gumede,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorption. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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