soak up
Absorb, take in, as in I lay there, soaking up the sun, or She often went to hear poets read their work, soaking up every word. This usage, alluding to absorbing a liquid, dates from the mid-1500s.
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How to use soak up in a sentence
Spring is starting to arrive, and we plan to soak up as much sun as our vitamin-D-deficient bodies can handle.
New York City’s Best New Hotspots This Spring | Sara Sayed, Valeriya Safronova | April 2, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIt had a festive air last Sunday as residents flooded into the spotlessly clean park to soak up the first rays of spring.
We say goodbye to Romain and head to a sandwich shop nearby to soak up some of the alcohol.
Look Out! There’s a Craft-Beer Revolution Taking Over France | Jeff Campagna | December 2, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTPub-weary Brits soak up the pints with a heaping bacon sandwich.
The Wildest Hangover Cures From Around the World | Nina Strochlic | November 29, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTThe rough edges of the lobster will help it soak up the other flavors.
We figure those who finish growing up here will soak up most of it automatically.
Victory | Lester del ReyAdd as much distilled water as the crumbs will soak up, but not enough to cover the bread.
The Elements of Bacteriological Technique | John William Henry EyreTake cotton batting and soak up all the ink that it will receive, being careful not to let it spread.
The Whitehouse Cookbook (1887) | Mrs. F.L. GilletteDo not attempt to start frying before this time, as the fat will not be sufficiently hot and the crullers will soak up the grease.
Mrs. Wilson's Cook Book | Mary A. Wilson"The cloth will soak up some of the water, and the gentle wind will blow the rest off and dry him," said Madeline's mother.
The Story of a Candy Rabbit | Laura Lee Hope
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