Osmosis

 













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–noun 

1. Physical Chemistry, Cell Biology. 

a. the tendency of a fluid, usually water, to pass through a semipermeable membrane into a solution where the solvent concentration is higher, thus equalizing the concentrations of materials on either side of the membrane.

b. the diffusion of fluids through membranes or porous (有孔的,能滲透的) partitions. Compare endosmosis, exosmosis. 

 

2. a subtle or gradual absorption 

or 

mingling: He never [studies] but seems to learn by [osmosis]. 





　

Throughout movie history, dozens of film greats have made the jump from in front of the camera to behind the camera. Most recently, we’ve seen Ben Affleck and George Clooney produce some strong work, displaying insane [amounts] of potential for their future directorial careers. 



With his luminous acting resume, it seems like William H. Macy would have already been one of those actors, a man who has worked with so many amazing directors that he’s probably ready to be the next Stanley Kubrick [by] osmosis alone. But it turns out he hasn’t actually directed a film…until now.





infiltrate 

exude

She exuded [from every pore] an [air] of prosperity. 

He exuded pomposity.

and one that exudes [wonder] from first frame to last.   



shimmer

changing play of light

Moonbeams shimmer on [water]. 

[Silk] shimmers in a high light. 

glisten

sleek or wet

[Wet] fur glistens.

[Snow] glistens in the sunlight. 

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