absorbent

Example Sentences

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Walk around it, and the shifting, light-reflective and -absorbent white forms create an uncanny illusion of the pillar in jumpy, unstable motion.

From Los Angeles Times

We compared three products: a rayon-based tampon with a plastic applicator, a maxipad with a cellulose and polyethylene absorbent core and a menstrual cup made of silicone.

From Washington Post

This eco-minded line includes this scouring sponge for pots and pans, along with softer absorbent sponges for wiping surfaces.

From Seattle Times

Oil containment booms have been in use since the 1960s; the only difference now is the type of absorbent they contain.

From Los Angeles Times

Sound Transit designed and built a “floating slab,” in which absorbent rubber fits between train ties and the concrete tunnel tube.

From Seattle Times