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English / phrasal verb

soak up

MEANING IN ENGLISH

To absorb liquid, information, or experience eagerly and thoroughly.

In context

01

Wear breathable cotton sportswear so the fabric can soak up your sweat during intense cardio.

02

The rookie boxer watched his mentor closely to soak up every piece of valuable tactical advice.

Synonyms

Absorb,take in,drink in

Antonyms

Emit,repel,discharge

Collocations

Soak up sweat,soak up knowledge,soak up atmosphere

Sources

Bidyazo vocabulary library ↗