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 His teeth desert his mouth; his digestion revolts; his heart appears frequently to announce its forthcoming resignation. — Zain Khalid, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026 These tiny organisms perform a host of functions including helping with digestion, making essential vitamins, and playing a role in immune function. — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026 Milk contains protein and carbohydrates, which slow digestion, prolonging the presence of water in the body. — Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 29 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 See All Example Sentences for digestion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
  1. absorption
  2. understanding
  3. assimilation
  4. uptake
  5. appreciation
  6. comprehension
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  • Fiber helps slow the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream, while the fat and protein in peanut butter further slow digestion.
    — Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Researchers have investigated oral films as a potential delivery platform for peptides, although achieving reliable absorption and bioavailability remains a significant challenge, according to 2026 research.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 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
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  • 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
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  • Most of the uptake wasn’t from police and prosecutors, though.
    — HubSpot, HubSpot, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Schroeder remains grateful for Kansas City showing up within the last week, and is looking forward to rewarding his staff following the uptake in business.
    — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026
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  • Both father and son expressed an appreciation for Korean cinema.
    — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Growing up down south forever shapes your language, work ethic, appreciation for how hard life can be and so much more.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
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  • As systems become more autonomous, the central challenge is whether humanity can build the collective capacity to remain in control of machines whose reasoning, speed and reach may increasingly exceed individual human comprehension.
    — Babajide Ojuola, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • 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
Definition of comprehension

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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestion. Accessed 11 Oct. 2026.

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