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Soak Up (Verb)

Take in, also metaphorically; "The sponge absorbs water well"; "She drew strength from the minister's words".

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

The crowd soaked up the energetic performance by the live band, singing along to every song.
As I sat on the beach, I let the warm sunshine soak up my skin and lift my mood.
The city's vibrant art scene allowed her creativity and inspiration to soak up and flourish.
He was so enthralled by her storytelling that he began to soak up every detail, imagining himself in the narrative.
During her time of grief, she would often soak up the comforting words of her loved ones and friends, finding solace in their support.

Devote (oneself) fully to; "He immersed himself into his studies".

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

She chose to soak up the knowledge of three new languages during her gap year abroad.
He loved to soak up the vibrant atmosphere of the music festival every summer.
The tourists were happy to soak up the serene beauty of the beach on their last day of vacation.
As an apprentice, she sought to soak up all the skills the experienced artist could teach her.
He decided to soak up the rich history of his hometown by attending local tours and workshops.