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absorb

[ab-sawrb, -zawrb] / æbˈsɔrb, -ˈzɔrb /




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For Lopez, catching bass or trout and enjoying the occasional breeze is a perfect day to absorb the beauty of nature.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

"The labour market could absorb all these people, there is huge demand," the priest insists.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“Household balance sheets also retain significant capacity to absorb new supply,” they added.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Experts debate if the market can absorb three major IPOs, but some point to over $8 trillion in sidelined capital.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Usually, she could will herself to absorb Mariam’s derision and finger- pointing.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini




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