Before approving them for medical use, the lab tested several absorbables for biodegradability.

The new absorbable stitches dissolve inside the body over time, eliminating the need for removal.

For the wound closure, the doctor chose an absorbable to avoid a second surgery.

The lab measured the absorbancies of several new materials to determine which would be best for oil cleanup.

The lab ordered several absorbants to clean up the chemical spill.

The chemist analyzed the absorbates collected from the porous membrane to determine their composition.

The absorbant cloth quickly wiped up the spilled coffee from the counter.

The janitor placed an absorbant under the leaking pipe to stop the water from spreading.

She pressed the sponge absorbently against the spill, watching it disappear.

The car's absorbers were replaced to improve ride comfort on rough roads.