absorb

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By adjusting their chemical makeup, scientists can control the wavelengths of light the crystals absorb and emit, a property known as the bandgap.

From Science Daily

After nearly a year of absorbing higher import costs, businesses are now passing those costs on to consumers, squeezing household budgets further.

From Barron's

After nearly a year of absorbing higher import costs, businesses are now passing those costs on to consumers, squeezing household budgets further.

From Barron's

The volume of debris it absorbed was five times greater than the volume of water alone.

From The Wall Street Journal

Still, Shin, who is expected to assume the position of the head of the central bank mid-April, signaled confidence that domestic markets are well positioned to absorb volatility in the currency.

From The Wall Street Journal