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
Advertisement That kind of phone-free absorption is refreshing.
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Angela Haupt, Time, 19 May 2026
The thin layers of chemicals help create the electrical circuits within microchips and maximize the light absorption in solar panels (raw silicon reflects some sunlight).
—Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
For best uptake, apply fertilizer in the early morning or late afternoon, when cooler temperatures and higher humidity will help support absorption.
—Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 17 May 2026
Plant tomato seedlings deeply to encourage stronger roots and better nutrient absorption.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 15 May 2026
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Angela Haupt, Time, 19 May 2026
The thin layers of chemicals help create the electrical circuits within microchips and maximize the light absorption in solar panels (raw silicon reflects some sunlight).
—Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
For best uptake, apply fertilizer in the early morning or late afternoon, when cooler temperatures and higher humidity will help support absorption.
—Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 17 May 2026
Plant tomato seedlings deeply to encourage stronger roots and better nutrient absorption.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 15 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for absorption
Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorption
Noun
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The material invites total immersion.—
Sam Sodomsky,
Pitchfork,
24 May 2026
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The characterful 850-year-old property is in the postcard-perfect town of Oberau, surrounded by pure air, pristine peaks, and crowd-free forest trails that inevitably propel guests towards a stress-busting nature immersion.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Earlier, Mars square Pluto may stir tension around creativity, money, attention, or control.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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The state’s June 2 primary has galvanized public attention on the first phase of the state’s 2026 election cycle.—
Marc Malkin,
Variety,
26 May 2026
Noun
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South Korean concentration risk Samsung and SK Hynix are responsible for sending South Korea’s Kospi to stratospheric heights across 2025 and 2026.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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The research found that the region particularly excelled in comfort and relaxation due to its high concentration of four-star and above hotels.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorption. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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