digestion

noun

Definition of digestionnext
as in absorption
the process or act of thinking over and trying to understand (something) digestion of a news report

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Recent Examples of digestion Protein and fat slow digestion and further moderate how quickly sugar enters the bloodstream. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 28 Sep. 2026 The cruciferous vegetables are low in calories and rich in fiber and antioxidants, supporting digestion and overall health. — Lindsey Desoto, HEALTH, 28 Sep. 2026 Tirzepatide, on the other hand, works to curb appetite, slow digestion, and improve the insulin response by mimicking hormones in the gut, known as incretins. — Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Sep. 2026 Elephants were also reported to use several plants in the genus Dombeya to aid digestion and soften their droppings, and to feed calves another plant to boost their appetite. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for digestion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
  1. absorption
  2. understanding
  3. assimilation
  4. uptake
  5. appreciation
  6. comprehension
Noun
  • Naturalizer is all about creating supportive footwear, which is why the Huntley features REZORB responsive cushioning for shock absorption and impact protection for sneaker-level comfort.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Indeed, most people seemed to use the panels as a chance to sit quietly and reply to emails or put the final touches on a working paper, only emerging from their absorption when a specific presentation piqued their curiosity.
    — Bartolomeo Sala, The Dial, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of absorption
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  • Reports of Muse sharing a user’s home address with a prospective buyer and accessing private messages despite the user’s understanding of permissions illustrate those concerns.
    — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026
  • And over time, interest from generalists in understanding and treating opioid use disorder does appear to have increased, Bagley said.
    — Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of understanding
Noun
  • Repeatedly, the novel feints from social debates about education and therefore about power, money, and assimilation.
    — Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The road to cultural assimilation Centuries of devotion transformed San Gennaro into a symbol of Neapolitan identity.
    — Clare Whitton, The Conversation, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of assimilation
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  • The bloc has some key strengths, such as data center operating costs below the global average, mature manufacturing infrastructure, and rapid uptake of digital AI applications and clean energy.
    — Brian Wong, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Momo Productions | Digitalvision | Getty Images Employers are increasingly turning to the 401(k) playbook to boost their workers' uptake of health savings accounts.
    — Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of uptake
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  • Deep appreciation to Francesca Esmay and Simone Estrin for their invaluable counsel during the preparation of this essay.
    — Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
  • This week heralds a new appreciation rite for the discerning reader.
    — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of appreciation
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  • Levy also believes children are using technology more and reading less, resulting in diminished comprehension, vocabulary and language skills.
    — Tom Jurkowsky, Baltimore Sun, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Ossoff, seen as a potential 2028 contender, said geriatric politicians have little comprehension of AI technology.
    — Jill Colvin, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of comprehension

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