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as in to occupy
to hold the attention of
chatting on the phone doesn't absorb me so much that I can't do something else at the same time
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as in to integrate
to make a part of a body or system
local schools will seek to absorb the new immigrants into the regular curriculum as quickly as possible
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as in to consume
to make complete use of
cleaning the house absorbed the rest of his energy
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as in to tolerate
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
somehow she managed to absorb whatever hardships life offered
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Recent Examples of absorb
The device would also use AI technology from xAI, which SpaceX absorbed in February, and use chips from Qualcomm, the Journal reported citing people familiar with the matter.
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Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Making the machine a reality took years of negotiation and real institutional sacrifice—CERN had to shed roughly 800 permanent staff over the construction period to absorb the cost.
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Florencia Canelli,
Scientific American,
1 July 2026
The air there is also extremely dry, which matters because water vapor normally helps absorb and redistribute heat.
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Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Bill Haley, who is currently running for the Sixth District seat on the Jackson County Legislature, said that when complaints began to rise in 2023, schools and other taxing jurisdictions should have actively prepared to absorb the financial impact.
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Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
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Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Making the machine a reality took years of negotiation and real institutional sacrifice—CERN had to shed roughly 800 permanent staff over the construction period to absorb the cost.
—
Florencia Canelli,
Scientific American,
1 July 2026
The air there is also extremely dry, which matters because water vapor normally helps absorb and redistribute heat.
—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Bill Haley, who is currently running for the Sixth District seat on the Jackson County Legislature, said that when complaints began to rise in 2023, schools and other taxing jurisdictions should have actively prepared to absorb the financial impact.
—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorb
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The robot staff behind the scenes Pudu's FlashBot will run an intelligent vending system, allowing guests to order drink deliveries by smartphone.
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Get news about destinations, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, and where to stay.
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There is a wide open space for Democrats to occupy that territory.
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Beneath those practical debates, however, American lawyers have gradually come to understand themselves as occupying two roles simultaneously, as Robert Gordon described.
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The roof design allows solar panels to be integrated into the building, while green roofscapes introduce vegetation that supports biodiversity and helps manage heat and rainwater.
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The technology is also being integrated into aviation safety-management practices.
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Every one of those calls consumes tokens and touches a system with its own permissions.
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Public health data has taught us that alcohol, which can be fine when consumed in moderation, can be harmful to individual and societal health in excessive amounts.
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Beyond that, a truce means whatever the negotiators will tolerate as long as none backs out of talks.
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Today’s challenge is building genuine relationships, creating strong global teams, and leveraging diversity rather than merely tolerating it.
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The product, used to manage swallowing difficulties, might cause NEC, the FDA said.
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Selling now and realizing a 40% loss is a difficult pill to swallow.
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Guests can opt to immerse in the buzz of Queenstown, or tuck into the property’s over-staffed elegance, as the property has an exceptionally high staff-to-guest ratio.
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For those who want to truly immerse themselves in American history, these are must-visit sites.
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The actors learned how to sail and how to row and the boat’s 26-man crew were dressed as extras and incorporated into the movie.
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Tennis and pickleball courts, a spa and wellness center where therapies incorporate local botanicals and traditional Hawaiian techniques, four pools (including an adults-only option), and direct beach access.
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“Absorb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorb. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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