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The parking lot is quiet, and the edges of the dark sky are just starting to soak up the new light of day.

From Literature

Mima has also made baklava for dessert, and it’s soaking up the sugary syrup she has poured over the flaky layers of pastry and walnuts.

From Literature

The potatoes soak up all the bold, sharp flavors while the fish remains mild, sweet and delicate.

From The Wall Street Journal

Tubing is truly a wonderful way to relax deeply and soak up the sun and surrounding nature.

From Salon

Turned out the guitarist had rented a place in town and was spending his days off soaking up whatever there was to soak up under the hot desert sun.

From Los Angeles Times