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absorb someone in(to) something [of a person or a group of people] to include someone in all the activities of the group; to integrate someone into something. The club absorbed the new members into the organization. absorb something in(to) something [of matter or substance] to draw something into itself. The sponge absorbed all the moisture into its fibers. absorb something with something to soak up a fluid with something. Henry absorbed the spilled milk with a sponge. absorb oneself in someone or something Fig. [for someone] to become very interested or preoccupied with something or someone else's interests. Tom would often absorb himself in his children's activities on weekends. See also: oneself How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Mark uv absorbers include substituted benzophenones for rigid and
flexible PVC, polyolefins, and other resins.
Polymer additives offered include a variety of phenolic antioxidants,
secondary antioxidants, UV absorbers and hindered amine stabilizers. The new method uses
commercially available oxygen absorbers and airtight bags to kill pests
by depriving them of oxygen. |
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