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Absorption

When large volume is transacted with little price movement, indicating passive control by limit orders.

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Absorption

When large volume is transacted with little price movement, indicating passive control by limit orders.
Absorption is visible on Order Flow charts when large volume bars occur with minimal price movement. This indicates passive buying or selling via limit orders, often from larger market participants. Strong absorption can lead to exhaustion of the opposing party and potential reversal.

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