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absorbing

[ab-sawr-bing, -zawr-] / æbˈsɔr bɪŋ, -ˈzɔr- /


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The oil has spent weeks absorbing garlic, herbs, tomato sweetness, and savory depth.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Trees play a key role in tackling climate change by "absorbing carbon, cutting pollution, reducing flood risk and cooling built-up areas during hot weather", a spokesperson added.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

But not every airline can keep fares in check by absorbing the higher fuel costs.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

A key part of that strategy is absorbing lessons from Ukraine on how drones are reshaping modern warfare.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Vincent learns very quickly, absorbing more and more about art every day.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman




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