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
Having a variety of plant foods in your diet supports gut microbe diversity, which in turn helps with immune function, nutrient absorption, brain health, mental health, and preventing chronic disease.
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Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
In addition, your body needs stomach acid for calcium absorption.
—Jamie Ducharme, Health, 12 May 2026
These chic flats feature a contoured footbed to support your arches, along with shock absorption, cushioning, and a deep heel cup that stabilizes your foot, even on uneven surfaces.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
The absorption of Wagner into the Russian Ministry of Defense has completely changed their posture, rebranded as the Africa Korps.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 10 May 2026
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Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
In addition, your body needs stomach acid for calcium absorption.
—Jamie Ducharme, Health, 12 May 2026
These chic flats feature a contoured footbed to support your arches, along with shock absorption, cushioning, and a deep heel cup that stabilizes your foot, even on uneven surfaces.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
The absorption of Wagner into the Russian Ministry of Defense has completely changed their posture, rebranded as the Africa Korps.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 10 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorption
Noun
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That immersion launched the career of the world’s most famous living diver.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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But immersion in the sounds of Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, and Ray Barretto on the radio and in San Francisco clubs changed all that.—
Mark Richardson,
Pitchfork,
10 May 2026
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The Park Hyatt Beijing welcomes many business travelers, and the easy-access power and latest USB outlets show the renovation’s attention to detail.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Tonight the Aries Moon shifts attention toward home, roots, and what supports you privately.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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The 42 people arrested come from 19 Riverside County cities, with the highest concentrations in Menifee, where six people were arrested; Riverside, where five people were arrested; and Moreno Valley, also with five arrests.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Lured in part by federal payouts, more than 1,100 law enforcement agencies across the country have signed agreements with ICE, with the heaviest concentration in Southern states.—
Shoshana Walter,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2026
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“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorption. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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