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absorption

[ab-sawrp-shuhn, -zawrp-] / æbˈsɔrp ʃən, -ˈzɔrp- /




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Their findings suggest that combining traditional frying with microwave heating may reduce oil absorption while maintaining the crispy texture people expect.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Mice treated with the drug three weeks after surgery showed improved nutrient absorption and gained more weight compared to untreated mice.

From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026

Porkalob has the storyteller’s gift of total absorption.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

In 1989-90, he criticised the rapid absorption of East Germany into the West, fearing a revival of nationalism and expressing support for a more gradual process.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Fiver, as he listened, had shown a mixture of intense absorption and incredulous horror.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams




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