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consume

[kuhn-soom] / kənˈsum /




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Sodium, which is found in salt, is commonly consumed through everyday foods.

From Science Daily

Turning a concept into a finished product is time consuming work that involves animation, simulation, lighting and integrating the effects in a sequence filmed with live actors.

From Barron's

That’s worrisome given the concerns around the AI bubble and circular spending that has consumed investors in recent months.

From Barron's

The writing here feels uninhibited; all it asks of readers is a willingness to follow—and to let themselves be consumed.

From The Wall Street Journal

New dietary guidelines urge Americans to prioritize the nutrient at every meal and consume 1.2 to 1.6 grams of it daily for every kilogram of body weight, up from a prior recommendation of 0.8 grams.

From The Wall Street Journal