absorption
Example Sentences
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"The consumed soil acts as a barrier in the digestive tract, limiting absorption of harmful compounds."
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
Musk called SpaceX's absorption of xAI "not just the next chapter, but the next book" for the companies.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
The team plans to expand their research by testing more garments and analyzing whether higher lead content in fabric directly translates to greater absorption in children.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026
However, India still has a meaningful tax buffer, the Elara analysts said, and excise duties on gasoline on diesel could provide shock absorption.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 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
Vocabulary lists containing absorption
Chemistry - Introductory
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Photosynthesis - Middle School
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Chemistry - High School
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