as in absorption
the process or act of thinking over and trying to understand (something)
digestion of a news report
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Recent Examples of digestion
Fiber can help with digestion, butconsuming large quantities could trigger adverse reactions.
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Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
Giving up alcohol can help support the body in detoxification—for instance by getting rid of heavy metals—and improve digestion, energy levels, hormone regulation, inflammation levels and skin health, as well as the risk of conditions such as liver disease.
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—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
These fats have been found to improve heart health, digestion, and mood.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
This also helps the beans cook faster, preventing nutrient loss and preserving enzymes and compounds that aid digestion.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2024
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Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
Giving up alcohol can help support the body in detoxification—for instance by getting rid of heavy metals—and improve digestion, energy levels, hormone regulation, inflammation levels and skin health, as well as the risk of conditions such as liver disease.
7.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
These fats have been found to improve heart health, digestion, and mood.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
This also helps the beans cook faster, preventing nutrient loss and preserving enzymes and compounds that aid digestion.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
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But ground flaxseed has been broken down, making the omega-3s and other nutrients more available for absorption.Lina Begdache, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2025
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To get the most benefits, take it with meals higher in fat to improve absorption and reduce side effects like reflux.Karen Berger, PharmD, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2025
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For Tolle, by contrast, individuals should not rearrange their circumstances to find belonging but instead find peace only through a deep understanding of their deepest selves.Dan Berger, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Matt is meant to be more of a loveable crank, prone to kids-these-days rants about school accommodations that soon resolve in mutual understanding.Alison Herman, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
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Government agents adopted practices of assimilation that sought to subjugate the Agua Caliente.Michael Albertus, TIME, 15 Jan. 2025
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Traditional metrics involved time duration, integration of individuals in a society and cultural assimilation, whereas CBI/RBI programs shift this emphasis from social capital to economic capital.Khurram Akhtar, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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This segment generated a revenue of $28.3 billion which was up 12% and was ahead of the company's guidance of 10% primarily driven by strong uptake of enterprise products such as Microsoft 365 Copilot that incorporate AI.GuruFocus, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, growing vaccine hesitancy in the U.S. may have also reduced the uptake of the HPV vaccine, Kokot said.Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 18 Dec. 2024
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Understanding the intricate mechanisms of shark olfaction not only deepens our appreciation for these remarkable predators but also opens the door to innovative applications in conservation, marine management, and human-shark coexistence.Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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In May 2021, Marcus voiced his deep appreciation for Joanna’s dedication to their family on Instagram.Jordana Comiter, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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Gemini thrives on curiosity, dialogue, and quick exchanges, but Uranus — planet of disruption and innovation — reminds us that communication doesn’t always equal comprehension.Colin Bedell, Them, 14 Jan. 2025
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But this year, a factor beyond any club’s comprehension has entered the chat.Tony Blengino, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestion. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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