absorbing

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LACMA’s staff was elated, especially those who have been watching the project develop for decades and absorbing the large amounts of criticism that have accompanied its manifestation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The World Meteorological Organization warns the Earth is now further out of balance than at any time in recorded history, with the planet absorbing far more heat than it can release.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

For retirees living on fixed incomes, absorbing that inflation is particularly hard.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

A surprise-filled interrogation scene brings this absorbing and accessible book to its affecting conclusion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

“Yes, Mother, I’m sure of that,” said Meg, listening respectfully to the little lecture, for the best of women will hold forth upon the all absorbing subject of house keeping.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott