soaks (up)

Definition of soaks (up)next
present tense third-person singular of soak (up)
as in absorbs
to take in (something liquid) through small openings this sponge should soak up the spilled juice very nicely

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  • Eggs Protein is more satiating than fat or carbohydrates, and your body absorbs protein from eggs particularly well, stimulating PYY and GLP-1, while suppressing ghrelin.
    Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2026
  • But the improvement may not last long as the American economy absorbs fallout from the Iran war and a surge in oil prices.
    Paul Wiseman, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
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  • The event will feature sing-alongs, live DJs, photo opportunities and themed food and drinks deals.
    Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
  • With knee-high boots on a date Shopping sprees, drinks with the girls, a fancy dinner date—no matter what your plans are with friends or your significant other, your jean shorts will take you wherever the day leads.
    India Roby, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026
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“Soaks (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soaks%20%28up%29. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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