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
Like sodium, liquid lead also has a relatively low melting point and low neutron absorption.
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Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
Flats do not always make the ideal travel shoes; traditional ballet flats tend to lack shock absorption and structured uppers.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
Hulled sunflower kernels are convenient but more expensive and require careful handling to avoid moisture absorption.
—Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2026
The magnetar wind nebula is believed to boost the production and absorption of gamma-rays.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 25 May 2026
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Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
Flats do not always make the ideal travel shoes; traditional ballet flats tend to lack shock absorption and structured uppers.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
Hulled sunflower kernels are convenient but more expensive and require careful handling to avoid moisture absorption.
—Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2026
The magnetar wind nebula is believed to boost the production and absorption of gamma-rays.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 25 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 1 Jun. 2026.
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