absorb

Example Sentences

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The two banks were Switzerland’s largest, and both absorbed smaller banks in acquisitions following WWII.

From The Wall Street Journal

Dark matter cannot be seen directly because it does not emit, reflect, absorb, or block light.

From Science Daily

“Continuing to absorb losses like we have been seeing for the past two years is simply unacceptable,” CEO Donnie D. King said on a conference call.

From Barron's

Savannas also help store carbon by absorbing carbon dioxide that would otherwise remain in the atmosphere.

From Science Daily

The 37-year-old absorbed a flurry of punches that resulted in his head snapping back, causing his hairpiece to lift.

From BBC