absorbed

Example Sentences

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A round hit the officer in the chest but his protective vest absorbed the force of the bullet, and the officer was listed in stable condition, according to law enforcement sources.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

China has absorbed a big share of the adjustments.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Lead investigator Dr Javier Ottaviani said some simple food switches could "make a real difference" to how much of these beneficial compounds are absorbed.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Airglow occurs when atoms and molecules that absorbed energy from sunlight during the day release that excess energy as light after dark.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

Passing the exit ramp, how could his mind not be absorbed with thoughts of his favorite ornithologist?

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers