absorb
Example Sentences
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Different gases absorb specific wavelengths of light, allowing scientists to identify the chemicals present in the atmosphere.
From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026
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
“But the market can absorb that — like no problem,” Turnquist said, adding that there’s roughly $8 trillion currently parked in U.S. money-market funds.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
Along with the basics of photography, she began to absorb Mia’s aesthetics and sensibilities.
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
Vocabulary lists containing absorb
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 2
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 7–11
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The ACT Reading Test: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 2
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