absorb
Example Sentences
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Instead, they simply absorb the bright, punchy dressing while retaining their texture.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Still, the sector appears well-positioned to absorb moderate stress, backed by strong capital buffers and sizeable provisions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
How the character will absorb that realization is anyone’s guess — including Hayakawa’s.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Passive funds tracking major benchmarks are expected to absorb up to 48% of SpaceX’s public float, impacting existing holdings.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Despite the fact that I had never seen a court lute, let alone heard one, my mind was too awhirl with thoughts of Denna to absorb much else.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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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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