absorb
Example Sentences
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In response, First Minister John Swinney told the chamber that Scotland had the capacity to absorb and overcome every passing storm.
From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026
We have the chance to absorb an interesting story from it, as long as it’s not the shallow one above.
From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026
The citrus fruit, the coach believes, has the spiritual ability to absorb negative energy.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
Faricy said Slate has been built to survive independently of factors such as EV tax credits and to absorb hiccups in the supply chain.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026
The neurons of Bobby’s brain seemed to absorb the limitations and possibilities of each piece in any given position, storing them for future reference.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
Vocabulary lists containing absorb
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 2
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 7–11
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The ACT Reading Test: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 2
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