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
The tangy mixture is meant to be taken before bed in order to support digestion, encourage regularity, and promote deeper sleep.
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Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
Liposomal glutathione is covered in a lipid casing that protects it during digestion and increases absorption.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Apples are also a great source of soluble fiber, which supports gut health and aids digestion, Burgess adds.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
Soluble fiber helps nutrient absorption by slowing down digestion, while insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026
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Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
Liposomal glutathione is covered in a lipid casing that protects it during digestion and increases absorption.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Apples are also a great source of soluble fiber, which supports gut health and aids digestion, Burgess adds.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
Soluble fiber helps nutrient absorption by slowing down digestion, while insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
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However, fiber, fat, and protein can slow down the absorption of carbs.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
30 Jan. 2026
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And some medications—including corticosteroids (like prednisone) and certain weight-loss drugs (like Orlistat)—can reduce vitamin D absorption.—
Stacey Colino,
Time,
30 Jan. 2026
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The family appreciates the support and understanding of the community during this difficult time.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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Each shot is composed with intention and elegance, and editor George Cragg demonstrates a keen understanding of which moments merit long, unbroken takes and when cuts are necessary.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Some K-pop songs, just in their surface-level presentation, put their cross-cultural assimilations up front.—
Sheldon Pearce,
NPR,
29 Jan. 2026
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Iranians should, at least, acknowledge why its ethnic minorities might dream of self-determination rather than assimilation.—
Melik Kaylan,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Garden expert and author Rhonda Kaiser says these shorter days, dry air conditions, and drafty locations can hinder plant growth, and also decrease water uptake.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
28 Jan. 2026
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The language has seen rapid uptake by technology companies eager to harden their code, including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, but converting older software into Rust is a laborious and expensive process.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
28 Jan. 2026
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The American Chamber of Commerce in China hosted an appreciation dinner on Thursday evening in Beijing while Starmer was visiting, which included representatives from the Chinese side.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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There seemed to be a shift in tone among some members, who voiced appreciation for collaboration and the progress made toward a solution.—
Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The other thing that’s important is a sense of power beyond our comprehension and control.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2026
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Some of them seem to seize us by the very roots of our comprehension; others might as well be reading from the Terms and Conditions of Use for Spotify.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestion. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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