as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something
forgot to return the phone call due to his absorption in setting up the new computer system
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Recent Examples of absorption
The wand offers microcurrent, LED, EMS and sonic vibration capabilities to boost skin elasticity, increase facial skin care absorption and facial contouring.
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Emily Burns, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
Place a small ball of cotton or tissue inside the belly button to keep the oil in place for continued absorption, and to prevent transfer onto clothes.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
In addition to strengthening supplier relationships to stabilize costs through long-term contracts, Finnegan anticipates the following actions:
Luxury brand margins allow for cost absorption or subtle price increases, supported by messaging around craftsmanship.
—Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
The Dutch oven is made with enameled stoneware that evenly distributes heat to cook food thoroughly, all while blocking moisture absorption to prevent cracking or staining.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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Emily Burns, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
Place a small ball of cotton or tissue inside the belly button to keep the oil in place for continued absorption, and to prevent transfer onto clothes.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
In addition to strengthening supplier relationships to stabilize costs through long-term contracts, Finnegan anticipates the following actions:
Luxury brand margins allow for cost absorption or subtle price increases, supported by messaging around craftsmanship.
—Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
The Dutch oven is made with enameled stoneware that evenly distributes heat to cook food thoroughly, all while blocking moisture absorption to prevent cracking or staining.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for absorption
Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorption
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The trip was a whirlwind of cultural immersion, exploring Japan’s politics, economy, history and social challenges.Eva Kurima, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025
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Popular on Variety Ultimately, Ross wanted an aspect of immersion for the audience to experience what the two boys Elwood and Turner were going through.Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 9 Jan. 2025
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Quarterback Matthew Stafford said that the Vikings were receiving the Rams’ full attention while the Rams were at the team’s facility in Woodland Hills.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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The legal battle over TikTok has attracted unusual attention due to its political and cultural significance.Nik Popli, TIME, 9 Jan. 2025
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In 2024, that meant record levels of water vapor in the atmosphere, with concentrations exceeding the 1991 to 2020 average by 5%.Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 10 Jan. 2025
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His recovery pace can save him from any lapses in concentration, too.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorption. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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