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absorption

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




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But I’ve found that not having to take notes has had the opposite of the intended effect on my absorption of information.

From Slate • May 24, 2026

Yet its long-term rainfall data suggests the Southern Ocean, a critical driver of global heat and carbon absorption, may be changing faster and more dramatically than scientists previously realized.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

Special coatings or wrappers to control heat absorption.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

"The consumed soil acts as a barrier in the digestive tract, limiting absorption of harmful compounds."

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

I watch her with uncharacteristic absorption, because I know everyone will be waiting for my reaction to the interview.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins




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