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
Dividing your daily vitamin C intake into smaller doses throughout the day might lead to better absorption and utilization compared to taking a large dose once a day.1
What Experts Recommend
Any time of day is fine for taking vitamin C supplements.
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Corey Whelan, Verywell Health, 24 Mar. 2025
Studies suggest that the combination of caffeine and catechins in green tea may reduce the digestion and absorption of fat in the stomach and intestines.
—Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
Essentially, the intestine gives priority to glucose absorption, putting uptake of essential nutrients like amino acids and fats in the back of the queue.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
Taking supplements with food may improve absorption and prevent stomach upset that can sometimes occur when taking supplements on an empty stomach.40
One popular way people enjoy turmeric and magnesium is by making turmeric and magnesium lemonade.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2025
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Corey Whelan, Verywell Health, 24 Mar. 2025
Studies suggest that the combination of caffeine and catechins in green tea may reduce the digestion and absorption of fat in the stomach and intestines.
—Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
Essentially, the intestine gives priority to glucose absorption, putting uptake of essential nutrients like amino acids and fats in the back of the queue.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
Taking supplements with food may improve absorption and prevent stomach upset that can sometimes occur when taking supplements on an empty stomach.40
One popular way people enjoy turmeric and magnesium is by making turmeric and magnesium lemonade.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorption
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The experiential data from brief immersion provides more accurate information than unlimited hypothesizing (a.k.a. overthinking).—
Jennifer Kamara,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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One in five people travel specifically to seek out new restaurants or culinary experiences, reminding us that adventure, comfort, and cultural immersion can all be found on our dinner plates.—
Acacia Gabriel,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile Harris Dickinson, 28 gained attention with his role in 2024’s erotic thriller film Babydoll, playing a young intern who has a tumultuous relationship with his CEO, portrayed by Nicole Kidman.—
Zoya Hasan,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The Context Shapiro gained national attention as one of the shortlist candidates for then-Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate in the 2024 presidential election after then-President Joe Biden stepped down.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Outside of New York, Florida has the second-highest concentration of Jamaicans with more than 311,000 residing primarily in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2025
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Added Antioxidants Green tea has a high concentration of antioxidants, which are responsible for the beverage's health benefits.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorption. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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