absorb
Example Sentences
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Bain added that the increase in tariffs for those who continue to export to the US will either have to be absorbed by exporters or their customers in the US.
From BBC
The small manufacturer that paid more for steel components, the retailer who absorbed inflated cost of goods, the family that paid extra for an appliance—none of them will see a check.
"There are bandages that absorb fluid, and some that release antimicrobial agents," said Okoro.
From Science Daily
"At these higher water levels, methane and nitrous oxide emissions were also low, giving a much better overall gas balance. Under such conditions, the field even absorbed slightly more CO2 than it released," says Zhao.
From Science Daily
More options will absorb more buyers and soften increases, while fewer could lead to bidding wars.
From Barron's
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