soak (up)

Definition of soak (up)next
as in to drink
to take in (something liquid) through small openings this sponge should soak up the spilled juice very nicely

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  • Staying hydrated is also key, so make sure to drink plenty of water.
    Ahmad Bajjey, CBS News, 27 June 2026
  • The Tartan Army finally made it to Fenway, a sort of Loch Ness Monster meeting the Green Monstah, in time to watch the Texas Rangers beat the Red Sox 6-4, apparently drinking the Hub dry.
    Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 26 June 2026
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  • The wetland has absorbed toxic runoff from a warehouse fire before, resulting in a fish die-off.
    Mack Baysinger Follow, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2026
  • The Nets absorbed about a $10 million payroll increase by turning Claxton into Randle.
    Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 26 June 2026
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  • But every time Panama loses possession, Croatia is ready to take up residence in the attacking third.
    Monica Alba, NBC news, 24 June 2026
  • There are portable models that don’t take up much room, but really add to your outdoor entertaining experience.
    Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
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“Soak (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soak%20%28up%29. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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