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
As digestion returns to normal, those symptoms typically fade.
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Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Crossing time zones throws off the circadian rhythm your digestion runs on, so your gut is still on home time while the world serves breakfast.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
This increases alertness, boosts available energy and temporarily downshifts nonessential functions like digestion.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Yogurt is a great sources of probiotics, which help support your digestion and immunity, among other things.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 29 May 2026
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Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Crossing time zones throws off the circadian rhythm your digestion runs on, so your gut is still on home time while the world serves breakfast.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
This increases alertness, boosts available energy and temporarily downshifts nonessential functions like digestion.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Yogurt is a great sources of probiotics, which help support your digestion and immunity, among other things.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
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Taking a calcium supplement or eating a calcium-heavy meal alongside iron can cut iron absorption by up to 50%, which is why nutritionists suggest separating the two by at least two hours.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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Pairing coffee with food slows absorption and lets your body draw energy from the meal itself.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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Plans to sign the memorandum of understanding virtually came together over the last day to cement the agreement quickly and avoid any eleventh-hour spoilers, officials familiar with the matter said.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The official said Iran would be relieved of certain economic sanctions by the United States for following through on demands outlined in the memorandum of understanding.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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How much of the story is meant to address the general struggle of immigration and cultural assimilation, and how much is just a specific narrative about a specific man?—
Deborah Treisman,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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But although resistance is similarly futile, their goals are less about assimilation than worshipping the obsessive Grant's wife, Starla (Elizabeth Banks).—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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The 52-year-old wife of Crown Prince Haakon, the heir to the Norwegian throne, was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018, a chronic disease that causes scarring in the lungs and leads to a reduced oxygen uptake.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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By contrast, the neocons, the coterie of interventionists who long ago developed a reputation as the brains of the conservative movement, have been rather slow on the uptake.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
17 June 2026
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At a time when the United States has tense relationships with many of its overseas allies, international tourists' appreciation of American culture offers a counterpoint to the animosity between politicians.—
Ava Berger,
NPR,
19 June 2026
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Furthermore, modeling vulnerability and continuous learning builds trust, while honoring small, often unseen acts of appreciation fosters connection.—
Maria Ross,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Broca’s area and Wernicke’s area, the canonical speech production and comprehension regions, appear to remain connected and active during sleep.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Also, be sure to check out the AI Conversation Partner to practice your speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in real time.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
13 June 2026
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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestion. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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