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 is also the primary energy source for the bacteria in your gut needed for normal digestion.
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Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 17 Mar. 2025
Bromelain, a complex mixture of protease enzymes found in the juice and stem of pineapples has a long history of being used to treat a host of issues, including digestion, swelling, and inflammation.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
Bromelain for water retention and digestion Bromelain supplements may be useful in eliminating fluid stagnation and water retention.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
Amazon Big Spring Sale: Supplements Deals Spring forward aside, the time is right to improve digestion, rest, and overall well-being.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
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Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 17 Mar. 2025
Bromelain, a complex mixture of protease enzymes found in the juice and stem of pineapples has a long history of being used to treat a host of issues, including digestion, swelling, and inflammation.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
Bromelain for water retention and digestion Bromelain supplements may be useful in eliminating fluid stagnation and water retention.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
Amazon Big Spring Sale: Supplements Deals Spring forward aside, the time is right to improve digestion, rest, and overall well-being.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
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Because the amounts and absorption of benzene from these products are small, the risk is low.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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According to the new study, the Yarkovsky effect, a subtle force arising from the asteroid's uneven sunlight absorption and re-emission, can cause the space rock to drift inward over long periods, eventually leading to a near-Earth orbit.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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What To Know The U.S. announced another surprise trade update in a memorandum of understanding on Friday, exempting smartphones, computers and chips from its 145 percent tariff rate on Chinese goods.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Her approach emphasizes deep understanding and practical applications, helping clients effectively gain clarity about their emotional experiences.—
Lauren Carpenter,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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My guess is cigars’ turn-of-the-century association with the upper class meant cigars were a useful tool of satire and then later, when the comedians found success, a means of Jewish assimilation.—
Jesse David Fox,
Vulture,
1 Apr. 2025
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The protesters believed that immigrant children should be allowed to go to school in their own communities, rather than being transferred in the name of assimilation.—
Robert Petkoff Krish Seenivasan Quinton Kamara,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2025
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Essentially, the intestine gives priority to glucose absorption, putting uptake of essential nutrients like amino acids and fats in the back of the queue.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
21 Mar. 2025
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The hospital previously made social workers and counselors available to unit nurses, but uptake for their services was low, Murray said.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2025
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At a fan convention in Los Angeles in 2017, North expressed his appreciation for fans of Dennis the Menace.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Taking into account dividends and investment appreciation over time, Forbes estimates Prenosil has at least $280 million in wealth outside her Dick’s stock.—
Jemima McEvoy,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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The researchers found that, surprisingly, tapping – either on its own or along to a beat – delivered better speech comprehension, while just listening to a beat without a physical response was not as impactful.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Apr. 2025
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This boldness is informed by a profound comprehension of capabilities and a steadfast commitment to pushing boundaries.—
Lori Huss,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestion. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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