as in immersed
having the mind fixed on something
Lori was so absorbed in her book that she didn't hear the bell ring
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as in interested
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 integrated
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 consumed
to make complete use of
cleaning the house absorbed the rest of his energy
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as in tolerated
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
somehow she managed to absorb whatever hardships life offered
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Recent Examples of absorbed
Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2024
Chemical sunscreen, also called absorbed sunscreen, works by absorbing the UV rays, converting them to heat and releasing them from the body.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 7 July 2024
March 8 7 days from peak bloom 3°F warmer
March 10
6 days from peak bloom
1°F cooler
March 11
As temperatures rose early in the year, the cells in the bud became active and absorbed water from the branches of the tree.
—Harry Stevens, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024
The blanket repels dirt and pet hair, shakes sand off easily, and amazed us during the spill test when liquid pooled instead of absorbed and was easily blotted, leaving no stain behind.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
As the refrigerant expands, a pump takes it away, and a radiator dumps its absorbed heat.
—Manasee Wagh, Popular Mechanics, 18 Apr. 2022
Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Bitcoin could see another couple weeks of stagnation as recent gains are absorbed before resuming its uptrend, according to Fairlead Strategies.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
Coach Jim Harbaugh leaned over with his hands on his knees after Herbert absorbed a big hit from linebacker Nick Bolton while Herbert was releasing the ball on a deep throw.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
This tract is a series of throat and stomach organs that include the esophagus and small and large intestines that food and liquids move through as they are swallowed, digested and absorbed.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
In other words, when taken orally by itself, not much of it is absorbed in the digestive tract.
—Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
The drug is absorbed by new, growing blood vessels.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
The original series was produced by ABC Studios, which was recently absorbed into 20th TV as part of a restructuring undertaken by parent company Disney.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
That’s absorbed by living organisms — such as trees — making carbon dating possible.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Adjective
Because of this, absorbed sunlight isn’t reradiated in every direction equally but in some directions more than others.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2024
Chemical sunscreen, also called absorbed sunscreen, works by absorbing the UV rays, converting them to heat and releasing them from the body.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 7 July 2024
March 8 7 days from peak bloom 3°F warmer
March 10
6 days from peak bloom
1°F cooler
March 11
As temperatures rose early in the year, the cells in the bud became active and absorbed water from the branches of the tree.
—Harry Stevens, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024
The blanket repels dirt and pet hair, shakes sand off easily, and amazed us during the spill test when liquid pooled instead of absorbed and was easily blotted, leaving no stain behind.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
As the refrigerant expands, a pump takes it away, and a radiator dumps its absorbed heat.
—Manasee Wagh, Popular Mechanics, 18 Apr. 2022
Verb
Formulated with Pink Himalayan Salt, Hawaiian Black Lava Sea Salt, and Grey Celtic Sea Salt from the coast of Brittany, these natural salts contain over 90 minerals, required for the proper functioning of your body, and absorbed through the skin.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Bitcoin could see another couple weeks of stagnation as recent gains are absorbed before resuming its uptrend, according to Fairlead Strategies.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
Coach Jim Harbaugh leaned over with his hands on his knees after Herbert absorbed a big hit from linebacker Nick Bolton while Herbert was releasing the ball on a deep throw.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
This tract is a series of throat and stomach organs that include the esophagus and small and large intestines that food and liquids move through as they are swallowed, digested and absorbed.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
In other words, when taken orally by itself, not much of it is absorbed in the digestive tract.
—Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
The drug is absorbed by new, growing blood vessels.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
The original series was produced by ABC Studios, which was recently absorbed into 20th TV as part of a restructuring undertaken by parent company Disney.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
That’s absorbed by living organisms — such as trees — making carbon dating possible.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorbed
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Feelings of bloating, cramping, constipation or nausea often occur because of something someone has eaten, drank or as a result of anxiety or significant amounts of stress.Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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Guests drank honey deuces and ate hand rolls from Sōgo in Los Angeles as the temperature cooled and the sun set behind them.Elise Taylor, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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The overproof alcohol is noticeable but generally well-integrated.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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What appealed to Posen about the job was the opportunity to be integrated into so many people’s lives.Irina Aleksander, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Seafood is meant to be consumed fresh, from ocean to plate with minimal modifications.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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The report added that other members of the child’s family had consumed smaller amounts of the same raw milk with their coffee, but all of them tested negative for influenza.Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Treatment with the non-invasive device is generally well tolerated, though VNS can cause slight skin irritation or a temporary cough or hoarseness (if it’s administered through the neck) while the stimulator is on, Vaughn says.Stacey Colino, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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Like the son who succeeded him, Hafez al-Assad tolerated little dissent with oppression widespread and periodic bouts of extreme state violence.Simone McCarthy, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
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This tract is a series of throat and stomach organs that include the esophagus and small and large intestines that food and liquids move through as they are swallowed, digested and absorbed.Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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That organizational defiance of a league-wide trend, expressed in succinct but undeniably contrarian terms by general manager Calvin Booth two months ago, actually hasn’t swallowed their season whole.Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 6 Dec. 2024
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And they should be immersed in the interviewing process to find the best person for the job.Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Crowne has spent the last 35 years immersed in the music and event industry, first as a touring musician and then settling down as a concert promoter and venue owner.Monica Hooper, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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This development follows in the footsteps of NBA 2K and EA Sports FC (FIFA), which have gradually incorporated women athletes over the years, marking an ongoing and important shift in gaming representation for women.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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They can be incorporated into your date-night fashion, and some styles are even glamorous enough for special occasions.Malia Griggs, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
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The Guardian reported the country spent more than $6 billion on sports deals between 2021 and 2023.Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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My mom is a fashion lover, and growing up on Long Island meant weekends were spent piling into the family car for a trip to Green Acres Mall.Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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