soak up
Example Sentences
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Chelsea's plan was to sit back, soak up the pressure and look to hit City on the break.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
Multiple outdoor dining areas provide the perfect place to soak up the California sun.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 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
Klaebo and his Norwegian teammate Einar Hedegart comfortably won the team sprint free event, with Klaebo slowing before the finish line to soak up the applause of the crowd.
From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026
Elizabeth is right beside me, using prepackaged naan Mama heated on the stove to soak up the curry.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
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