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as in summaries
a short statement of the main points
a digest of yesterday's departmental meeting
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as in condensations
a shortened version of a written work
on the ballot there will be a digest of the proposed law that is to be submitted for voter approval
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as in classifies
to arrange or assign according to type
this volume digests the state's laws regarding drugs and alcohol for easy reference by local authorities
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as in summarizes
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
I digested the results of my experiments into a few pages
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Recent Examples of digests
Lindsey Desoto, Health, 15 Oct. 2024
The body quickly digests simple carbs, and white bread causes blood sugar levels to spike.
—Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2024
The body digests wheat bread more slowly than white bread, preventing blood sugar spikes.
—Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2024
There might be a major rebound in consumer spending during the upcoming Chinese New Year, Rein said, after the country digests the latest round of government stimulus.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2024
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The body digests complex carbohydrates, like whole grains and starchy vegetables, more slowly, breaking down and releasing glucose into the bloodstream at a more gradual pace.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 15 Oct. 2024
The body quickly digests simple carbs, and white bread causes blood sugar levels to spike.
—Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2024
The body digests wheat bread more slowly than white bread, preventing blood sugar spikes.
—Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2024
There might be a major rebound in consumer spending during the upcoming Chinese New Year, Rein said, after the country digests the latest round of government stimulus.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for digests
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In a world overloaded with information, interactive dashboards, dynamic visuals, and concise video summaries can make data not only digestible but impactful.Francois Botha, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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These summaries provide a snapshot of the overall patient experience, highlighting key themes, concerns and satisfaction levels.Lauren Parr, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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This system also classifies the importance of manual or automatic repair and the defect type.Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
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The National Weather Service (NWS) has shared information on what classifies as a blizzard, which are deadly winter storms that combine blowing snow and wind, resulting in extremely limited visibility.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Buried in the thousands of pages of medical records, correspondence and memos that build the hospital’s case against Weiner is a single sheet that summarizes the dying moments of seven people.J. David McSwane, ProPublica, 7 Dec. 2024
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Armed with a better picture of the illnesses, health authorities will develop a case definition, which summarizes the key features of the illness.Mark Kortepeter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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As for where that money is coming from, the report outlines three major categories.Beck Andrew Salgado, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
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Sustainability is also a growing concern for Mount Gay, and Branker outlines several steps the distillery has taken to reduce its environmental impact.Rachel King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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This steadfast focus not only strengthens the brand’s connection with its audience but also distinguishes it in a crowded entertainment landscape.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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But what distinguishes it is its ability to create an experience that combines the luxury of a hotel with the personalized warmth of a home.Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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But that’s not true of the Echo Show, which smartly relegates the screen to secondary importance.Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
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The move relegates Miller Moss to a reserve role after nine uneven starts this season.Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
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The food-grade silicone can withstand temperatures up to 480 degrees Fahrenheit, distributes heat evenly, and prevents baked goods from sticking to the pan.Maggie Horton, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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The campaign, known to have been active now for a worrying four months, uses fake companies to leverage trust and distributes the stealer malware in disguise as a video meeting application.Davey Winder, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Though officially abolished in 1950, the 2,000-year-old caste system that categorizes Hindus in a social hierarchy at birth still exists in many aspects of life.Esha Mitra, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
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The government now categorizes the Gulenists as a terrorist organization, called FETO.Jessie Yeung, CNN, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Digests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digests. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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