absorbed

Example Sentences

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In a more confident, profitable environment, or when Hollywood is churning out films more regularly, a commercial dud might be easily absorbed.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Heavyweights exist under a uniquely harsh spotlight and Dubois has absorbed more than his fair share of scrutiny.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

When the runners arrived, the circle absorbed them.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

A “shock of this magnitude cannot be absorbed through the crude market alone,” a J.P.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

Henry had got a copy of Dante’s Purgatorio from my bookshelf and was reading it, absorbed.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt