Blotting paper absorbs ink.
Source: tatoeba (19752)
Absorbs
Synonyms for "absorbs" (6 found)
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7 entriesattention captureconcept acquisitionengrossmentfact assimilationgas absorptionimmersionwater absorption
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6 entriesabsorb energyabsorb heatabsorb lightabsorb moistureabsorb nutrientsabsorb water
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10 total sentences available.
Dry sand absorbs water.
Source: tatoeba (21185)
A sponge absorbs water.
Source: tatoeba (51613)
A sponge absorbs liquids.
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