as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something
forgot to return the phone call due to his absorption in setting up the new computer system
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Recent Examples of absorption
Compounds like phytate and oxalates found in oat milk may also reduce the absorption of minerals.7
Benefits of Almond Milk
Almond milk is a popular alternative to traditional dairy products.
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Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 14 Jan. 2025
Alcohol also reduces the absorption of B vitamins, which consequently affects energy production.
—Lina Begdache, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2025
The fourth mechanism by which alcohol consumption can increase cancer risk is by leading to a greater absorption of carcinogens, which are substances that cause cancer.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
Pyrrhotite oxidation, not mica’s absorption of water, was driving the concrete apart, their chemical analyses of building material showed.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 31 Dec. 2024
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Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 14 Jan. 2025
Alcohol also reduces the absorption of B vitamins, which consequently affects energy production.
—Lina Begdache, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2025
The fourth mechanism by which alcohol consumption can increase cancer risk is by leading to a greater absorption of carcinogens, which are substances that cause cancer.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
Pyrrhotite oxidation, not mica’s absorption of water, was driving the concrete apart, their chemical analyses of building material showed.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 31 Dec. 2024
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Words may fall short when portraying the shock, trauma and cognitive dissonance, but when words fail, there are images, objects and sensual immersion that can convey a perception of what happened and how the Nova festival community has come together for healing and hope.—
Karen-Janine Cohen,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Jan. 2025
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In addition, Schwarzman Scholars gain in-depth exposure to China and have access to important relationships through internships, cultural immersion and mentors.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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Barron's Political Involvement This is not the first time Barron has captured attention.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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All in all, a perfect storm for a disaster The accident drew national attention.—
Mike Klingaman,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Jan. 2025
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The industry’s transformation—and increasing concentration—have made the biggest PBMs an evermore-powerful force, with the heft to pick winners and losers.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
21 Jan. 2025
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Higher for longer rates, geopolitical tensions, concentration in U.S. equities and high government debt levels are also risks Norway’s massive sovereign wealth fund is monitoring, Tangen added.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorption. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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