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What does soak up mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word soak up? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. To absorb or draw in a substance, especially all of that substance
  2. (figuratively, by extension) To absorb or deflect a series of actions; to endure a behavior from someone.
  3. (idiomatic) To learn, especially passively or eagerly; to allow an experience to affect oneself
  4. to enjoy some effects.
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Thanks to solar panels that soak up energy during the day to power the wheel, those extravagant light shows have a minuscule carbon footprint.
Travelers can snorkel, dive, kayak, fish, or simply plant their feet in the sand and soak up the sun.
Crystal gems do not soak up water, because of their closely packed crystalline structure that does not permit water molecules to enter.
He said a van full of sand and grit had to be used to soak up the orange juice which had spilled on to the motorway.
Enjoy a glass of wine, discuss, argue or simply listen and soak up the convivial atmosphere of this book gathering.
Or you could simply soak up the convivial atmosphere and practise your French with the friendly stallholders.

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