Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soak (up)
Verb
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The midshipmen poured water into the cup, taking turns drinking from it in a victory celebration.—
Tyrone Turner,
NPR,
12 Apr. 2025 -
Get news about destinations, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, and where to stay.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This form of creatine is less bioavailable than creatine monohydrate, meaning your body doesn't absorb it as well.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
17 Apr. 2025
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Because when so many Americans are tightening grocery budgets, scaling back meals, and absorbing the daily drip of scarcity, a pass that promises a burger a day doesn’t feel indulgent.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The bunny took up residence in a large chair after the hunt and a long line formed.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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On the opposite end of the spectrum, families may shell out 21% of annual income on infant care in New Mexico, where child care takes up the largest share of income, EPI finds.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Soak (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soak%20%28up%29. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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