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intake

[in-teyk] / ˈɪnˌteɪk /
NOUN
consumption
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To calculate the shortfall, the intake target for each subject was compared with the actual intake number each year for the past nine years.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

It’s especially great if you’re looking to up your omega-3 intake and diversify your source of protein.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Reception of the Luce styling and pricing is poor across every region, but early order intake feedback suggests it should meet the market’s volume expectations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Although much of the salt people consume comes from processed and prepared foods, adding salt at the table still contributes between 6% and 20% of total intake.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

Immediately a hand had gone to her mouth, accompanied by a small intake of breath.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri




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