absorptive

Example Sentences

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Insoluble fibers, since they lack that absorptive effect, may cause separation when added to a cup of coffee or settle at the bottom of the mug.

From Salon

Once the absorptive socks or plants have done their job, they may pose a risk themselves.

From Los Angeles Times

To my ears, “You May Be Right” sits at the precise midpoint between the Beatles and the Rolling Stones — a testament to Joel’s absorptive powers and his stylistic aim.

From Los Angeles Times

“We think it’s especially inappropriate in menstrual products because these are products used in some of the most sensitive and absorptive parts of the body,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

There are two types of aerosols: reflective and absorptive.

From Science Daily