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SOAK UP

(verb)
There are 2 meanings of the phrase Soak Up.

Definitions

Soak Up - as a verb

Take in, also metaphorically

Example: "The sponge absorbs water well"

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    Devote (oneself) fully to

    Example: "He immersed himself into his studies"

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    Example Sentences

    "I love to soak up the sun at the beach."
    "She grabbed a towel to soak up the spill."
    "The sponge can soak up a lot of water."
    "He used a sponge to soak up the excess oil."
    "I like to soak up knowledge by reading books."
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