soak up
Example Sentences
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The world's coastal mangrove forests, which protect millions of people from storms - and soak up vast amounts of planet-warming gases - are staging an unexpected comeback, scientists find.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
With less of a regulatory nudge, companies can soak up round after round of funding from investors looking for exponential returns.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
He’s tried to soak up as much as he can from the veteran stars he’s been able to spend time with.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026
Those views can also be enjoyed from the home’s many balconies, which also provide perfect spots to sit and soak up the scenery.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 10, 2026
He took a quarter loaf of stale white bread from the top of the refrigerator, to help soak up the casserole.
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
