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
On its own, dehydration—not taking in enough fluids—can mess with digestion, potentially causing nausea.
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Caroline Tien, SELF, 5 May 2025
This relatively new medication can help manage Type 2 diabetes and obesity by regulating appetite by slowing down digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness after eating.
—Andy Frye, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
The discards soon ended up in a massive tank that mimics a cow’s digestion — minus the release of gassy byproducts — where they were turned into compost and renewable energy.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2025
Some teas, like green, black, peppermint, and oolong, may support weight loss thanks to antioxidants that boost metabolism and aid digestion.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 16 May 2025
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Caroline Tien, SELF, 5 May 2025
This relatively new medication can help manage Type 2 diabetes and obesity by regulating appetite by slowing down digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness after eating.
—Andy Frye, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
The discards soon ended up in a massive tank that mimics a cow’s digestion — minus the release of gassy byproducts — where they were turned into compost and renewable energy.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2025
Some teas, like green, black, peppermint, and oolong, may support weight loss thanks to antioxidants that boost metabolism and aid digestion.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
Noun
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The time of day or taking it with food does not affect biotin absorption, but may be a consideration for other nutrients in combination supplements.—
Julie Scott,
Verywell Health,
20 May 2025
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Beta-glucan blocks cholesterol absorption in the digestive tract and increases its excretion through the stool, which helps lower cholesterol levels.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
20 May 2025
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Without mutual understanding, both can feel unseen or misunderstood.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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And the clear understanding on the part of Spielberg of what Stanley Kubrick used to call the submersible units of narrative.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
20 May 2025
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Its hard to be original when sameness is oftentimes rewarded, though its originality that creates new opportunities and shapes work environments that promote reverse assimilation.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Her family didn’t know many other Habesha families, and slowly the quiet markers of assimilation crept in.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Vogue,
22 May 2025
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The editorial also pointed out that COVID booster uptake over the past two seasons has been low, with fewer than one-quarter of Americans receiving shots each year — ranging from less than 10 percent of children younger than 12 in the 2024–2025 season, to 50 percent of adults over 75.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
21 May 2025
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Over the past two seasons, uptake of the annual COVID-19 booster has been poor.—
Nathaniel Weixel,
The Hill,
20 May 2025
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Still, though, worthy of appreciation in the eyes of someone for whom the softness of an aging body can look a lot like love.—
Valerie Monroe,
Allure,
23 May 2025
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Gordon noted an appreciation for the architecture of the building, including nods to the elevated tracks and trains that previously ran through the area.—
Aman Kidwai,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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The framework posture also aims to improve the comprehension of cybersecurity and incorporate space equities and goals into U.S. postures at cybersecurity and other international forums.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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The Documentary Competition Jury was collectively obsessed by this film, which combines luscious visuals, compelling and relevant archival material, and a narrative track and singular protagonist that constantly escapes the viewer’s comprehension – in a good way.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
26 May 2025
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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestion. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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