sponge up
The phrase "sponge up" metaphorically extends the absorbing quality of a sponge to various contexts, from cleaning to learning.
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Definition
B1Cleaning
(informal)To absorb liquid from a surface using a sponge.
Example
- She used a cloth to sponge up the spilled juice on the table.
B2Learning
(informal)To eagerly absorb information or knowledge.
Example
- He sponged up all the new information during the training session.
Similar
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