Example Sentences

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“It’s the state transit authority that is absorbing the cost — extra trains, extra personnel,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Now it is absorbing a global oil shock far better than most of the world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Apple is absorbing margin pressure and not raising prices, leveraging its supply chain to gain market share in a volatile industry.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

“A hydrated plant is absorbing radiant heat up until the point of ignition, and then it’s part of the progression of the fire,” said Moritz.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025

When an acquaintance seems not to see one, though close at baud, it is possible that something closer yet to his consciousness is absorbing all his thoughts.

From Etiquette by Morton, Agnes H.