absorbing
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It would also avoid adding unnecessary pressure to an economy already absorbing higher energy costs and multi-decade-high Treasury yields.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
While trees may continue absorbing additional carbon, much of it does not necessarily become new wood.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026
She never finished high school, but compensated for her incomplete education by devouring books and absorbing ideas.
From Salon ● Jul. 6, 2026
It set up an absorbing final quarter, and after Love's penalty pushed the All Blacks' lead out to four, Jordan conjured another clutch finish after a neat Luke Jacobsen offload.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
When he looks at us, his eyes linger on our faces as if absorbing every single detail so he will not forget.
From "First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers" by Loung Ung
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