absorbed

Example Sentences

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As the pandemic ended, rumors spread that St. Michael’s would close or be absorbed by the University of Vermont, located nearby.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

While some companies have increased prices, Dubbal says many brands and vendors have absorbed them so far, shielding consumers.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Because microwaves generate heat throughout the food, they promote vapor formation and help maintain internal pressure that keeps oil from being absorbed as easily.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Gough says he has absorbed roughly half the cost surge because passing it to consumers is risky, too.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

I ducked lower, ready to run, but apparently he was too absorbed in his own thoughts to realize I was just a few feet away.

From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn