Absorbed, as a cost NYT Crossword Clue
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explanationNYT Crossword November 16 2025 Answers
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Clue History: Absorbed, as a cost
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NYT Crossword - November 16 2025
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WSJ Crossword - September 6 2025
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Absorbed, as a cost" is ATE.
In business terminology, when a company 'absorbs' a cost, it means it takes on the expense itself rather than passing it on. The word 'ate' is used metaphorically to indicate taking in or swallowing something, such as a cost.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on November 16, 2025.
To consume or take in as food or drink.
Snacked, Had dinner, say, Ingested, Enjoyed the buffet, Enjoyed an 18-Down, say
The answer to “Absorbed, as a cost” in the New York Times puzzle November 16 2025 is ATE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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