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
Regular peach consumption has also been linked to heart health, digestion, weight loss, immunity and protection against issues including heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer's and some kinds of cancer.
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Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 10 June 2025
Their high fiber content also supports better digestion and stabilizes blood sugar by slowing the absorption of carbohydrates.
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—Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 19 June 2025
Your Blood Sugar Improves Dietary fiber slows down digestion and promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria in your gut.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 18 June 2025
Amino acids are more easily absorbed than proteins and do not damage the intestinal environment, which means even those with sensitive digestions can take them.
—Misaki Kawatsu, Vogue, 10 June 2025
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Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 10 June 2025
Their high fiber content also supports better digestion and stabilizes blood sugar by slowing the absorption of carbohydrates.
15.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 19 June 2025
Your Blood Sugar Improves Dietary fiber slows down digestion and promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria in your gut.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 18 June 2025
Amino acids are more easily absorbed than proteins and do not damage the intestinal environment, which means even those with sensitive digestions can take them.
—Misaki Kawatsu, Vogue, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
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It’s made from ethylene vinyl acetate (sometimes called EVA), which is a plush foam material that molds to the shape of your foot over time, providing support, comfort, and shock absorption in the process.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
5 July 2025
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But curiosity also connects to absorption and sensation seeking.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Breslow had done the interview before the game with the understanding that the selections would be embargoed until later in the day.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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Our sight has to be informed with a broader understanding of context, history, and the individual.—
Will Potter
July 7,
Literary Hub,
7 July 2025
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For much of the 20th century, rhinoplasties were used—and seen—as a method of assimilation, often within immigrant communities.—
Alice Gregory,
Vogue,
4 June 2025
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Do promotion processes reward cultural assimilation or embrace pluralism?—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Real-time payments have been around since 2017 thanks to The Clearing House starting the RTP network that year, but only some banks have adopted the new tool, and those that have signed up have had tepid uptake in the marketplace.—
David G.W. Birch,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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Inconsistent watering can disrupt nutrient uptake and deplete a plant’s defenses to insects and disease, including causing issues like blossom end rot in tomatoes and peppers.—
Mike Irvine,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2025
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First, exhibit appreciation for and an interest in others’ abilities, skills, knowledge and perspectives.—
Susan Madsen,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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And there’s this deep appreciation for culture and the way these countries developed, especially as an outsider looking at the United States.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
11 July 2025
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An assessment of tens of thousands of adults in nearly thirty countries showed an over-all decade-long drop in test scores for math and for reading comprehension.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
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Creating pathways for the comprehension and use of blockchain technology allows companies not only to expand their user base but also to help these users (for instance, by minimizing issues like chargebacks, since blockchain transactions are transparent and verifiable by anyone).—
Jamie Elkaleh,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestion. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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