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as in summary
a short statement of the main points
a digest of yesterday's departmental meeting
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as in review
a shortened version of a written work
on the ballot there will be a digest of the proposed law that is to be submitted for voter approval
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as in to classify
to arrange or assign according to type
this volume digests the state's laws regarding drugs and alcohol for easy reference by local authorities
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as in to summarize
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
I digested the results of my experiments into a few pages
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Recent Examples of digest
Malia Griggs, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
The sympathetic system is responsible for the fight-or-flight response, while the parasympathetic system activates the body’s rest-and-digest mode.
—Clarissa Brincat, Popular Science, 25 Sep. 2025
Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 19 Jan. 2026
Shares of some of Europe's biggest carmakers and key luxury goods names fell on Monday morning as investors digest possible tariffs on European countries.
—Tasmin Lockwood, CNBC, 19 Jan. 2026
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Noun
In its easy-to-digest design, users first take a detailed personality test, then are partnered with compatible singles.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
The sympathetic system is responsible for the fight-or-flight response, while the parasympathetic system activates the body’s rest-and-digest mode.
—Clarissa Brincat, Popular Science, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
The fibrous hull of shell-on pumpkin seeds can be harder to digest in large amounts.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 19 Jan. 2026
Shares of some of Europe's biggest carmakers and key luxury goods names fell on Monday morning as investors digest possible tariffs on European countries.
—Tasmin Lockwood, CNBC, 19 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digest
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Discover has partnered with Google Cloud so users can access documentation summaries or request assistance to resolve issues.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Online, the advisory summary notifies tourists of the violent crimes that can take place, and can include homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery.—
Janay Reece,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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Overall, these joint safety reviews demonstrate how international collaboration can help prepare regulators and developers for the deployment of SMRs.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Jan. 2026
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Board member Chris Fons proposed that the board direct Cassellius to build a budget with full inflationary raises, no cuts to health care, and a review of district contracts to find areas for savings.—
Rory Linnane,
jsonline.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Researchers classified Claude interactions by purpose — work, education, personal use — and then explored how AI was being deployed within work tasks.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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They're classified as hexapods and are more closely related to crustaceans rather than insects, despite their appearance.—
Cailey Gleeson,
jsonline.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Some states offer helpful context, Maine provides video explainers, while Washington summarizes key policies, but few pair this with meaningful legal support.—
Ulrich Boser,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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Sacramento Local Engagement & Retention Reporter Kat Tran contributed to this story by using AI tools to help summarize the original investigative story that was reported and written by Kate Wolffe and Nicole Nixon.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
18 Jan. 2026
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Joseph’s most recent work in Denver, however, happens to be some of the most impressive as the unit ranked second in total defense, third in scoring and in the top-ten against both the run and pass.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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The top three were ranked good, better, and best after the coach's signature catchphrase.—
Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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But critics argue the law does not distinguish between responsible editorial judgment and censorship.—
Jack O'Connor,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Creating a dedicated deck for intimate meals—including formal five-course dinners prepared by the boat’s Ecuadorian chef with an all-inclusive wine and spirits menu—was central to distinguishing Hermes’s offering.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2026
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Happily for those who do want alcohol, the team didn't relegate their care and creativity to the boozeless drinks—the menu has hits from top to bottom.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Jan. 2026
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At this point, should humanity just be relegated to the irradiated scrapheap?—
Jack King,
Vulture,
21 Jan. 2026
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Our focus is on complying in a way that distributes affordable housing projects throughout the county.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Mix steak and cheese a bit to distribute cheese, then arrange over bottom half of bread.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Digest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digest. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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