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as in classifying
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 summarizing
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 digesting
Sam always found this really interesting line of being very truthful of what is going on behind closed doors in a generation, but then also pushing the boundaries on how people are used to perceiving or digesting certain topics.
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Daniel D'addario, Variety, 10 June 2026
This copy number variation correlates directly with salivary amylase protein levels — more copies, more enzyme, more starch-digesting capacity.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
The field of candidates is fluid, given that people are still digesting the redistricting, which was signed into law by DeSantis on May 4.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 28 May 2026
The market is also still digesting last week’s Marc Jacobs blockbuster, which has LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton selling the designer brand to WHP Global and producer G-III Apparel Group at a roughly $925 million valuation.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Also, an 11-month streak ended in March 1992 as the economy was digesting the other oil-price shock and a collapse in regional real estate, notably in California.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
Postbiotics are the beneficial compounds probiotics create after digesting and fermenting food.
—Ryan Brennan
may 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Whole-grain or sourdough toast adds fiber and slow-digesting carbs that stabilize blood sugar, while the protein in eggs further slows digestion, preventing energy crashes.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
Oats deliver steady energy with slow-digesting carbs and soluble fiber that support heart health and blood sugar balance.
—Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 12 May 2026
Daniel D'addario, Variety, 10 June 2026
This copy number variation correlates directly with salivary amylase protein levels — more copies, more enzyme, more starch-digesting capacity.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
The field of candidates is fluid, given that people are still digesting the redistricting, which was signed into law by DeSantis on May 4.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 28 May 2026
The market is also still digesting last week’s Marc Jacobs blockbuster, which has LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton selling the designer brand to WHP Global and producer G-III Apparel Group at a roughly $925 million valuation.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Also, an 11-month streak ended in March 1992 as the economy was digesting the other oil-price shock and a collapse in regional real estate, notably in California.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
Postbiotics are the beneficial compounds probiotics create after digesting and fermenting food.
—Ryan Brennan
may 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Whole-grain or sourdough toast adds fiber and slow-digesting carbs that stabilize blood sugar, while the protein in eggs further slows digestion, preventing energy crashes.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
Oats deliver steady energy with slow-digesting carbs and soluble fiber that support heart health and blood sugar balance.
—Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for digesting
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The team began sorting through possible origins for this high-energy neutrino particle by acting like cosmic forensic detectives, classifying the detection of the particle as a crime scene and hunting for potential clues that point toward a culprit.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
28 May 2026
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Researchers debuted an inventory for classifying apocalyptic belief, comprising anthropogenic causality, theogenic causality, imminence, personal control, and the question of whether the end is a good or bad thing.—
Wyatt Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
26 May 2026
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Roughly 20% to 30% of operating expenses will come from spending on agents versus humans in the next three to four years, according to a new report summarizing the views of C-suite leaders from consultancy Bain & Company.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
10 June 2026
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The Clearwater Police Department released a 72-page report on Friday summarizing an exhaustive review of statements, medical records, surveillance footage and a visual inspection of the body.—
David Fischer,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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Along those lines, Paxton, as the highest-ranking legal officer in Texas, could insist that Texas Tech, a public university, and its officers and students have been denied due process and other protections under the state constitution.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
13 June 2026
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The executive order directs various high-ranking government officials to develop and maintain a classified process for assessing whether new AI programs should be designated as frontier models, also called foundation models.—
Anjana Susarla,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
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The Sentinel has done a thorough job outlining the fiscal impact that eliminating property taxes in Florida would have on homeowners, businesses and local governments.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 June 2026
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The initiative’s website also features a World Cup section, outlining proper soccer terminology, tips for getting around the Northland and weekly watch parties hosted or promoted by Go North KC.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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This isn’t to say any of these teams would have challenged eventual champion LSU; the point is that distinguishing between teams 10 and 20 for inclusion in a 16-team CFP is virtually impossible.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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The first distinguishing feature is the nature of the problem being attacked.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The service has allowed some community building to develop, from distributing food or participating in World Cup collectible sticker books.—
Amna Subhan for the AJC,
AJC.com,
11 June 2026
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But before taking the field at PNC Park against the Dodgers Tuesday night, some of the team spent the afternoon at Pittsburgh Arsenal in Lawrenceville, meeting students and staff and distributing boxes of food.—
Josh Taylor,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Decades ago, two six-year-olds went missing for thirty-six hours, sparking a media frenzy that they had been briefly abducted by UFOs but eventually relegating them to a pop cultural punchline.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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And in his rookie season the opposing offense ran at him consistently, relegating him to a pass rusher.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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The Working Lunch Is a Productivity Myth Eating a salad while typing emails is just lunch plus work, which means neither the meal nor the work gets your full attention.—
William Jones
June 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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For Mac users spending significant time typing each day, the time savings can add up quickly.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
6 June 2026
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“Digesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digesting. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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