soak up

[phrasal verb]

soak up (something) or soak (something) up

: to take in (liquid) : absorb吸收

: to enjoy feeling or experiencing (something pleasant) in usually a slow or relaxed way沉浸于；享受

We went to the beach and soaked up the sun/sunshine all afternoon.我们去到海滩，享受了一个下午的阳光。
I sat at my table for an hour soaking up [=savoring] the atmosphere of the café.我在桌边坐了一个小时，尽情享受这个咖啡馆的氛围。
The performers stood on the stage, soaking up the applause.演员们站在舞台上，沉浸在掌声中。

: to learn and remember (something) quickly迅速习得，很快接受（某事物）

: to use a large amount of (money, supplies, etc.)大量使用（钱、物资等）

This project is soaking up resources that could be used elsewhere.这个项目正在大量耗费本可以用于其他地方的资源。

⇒ Main Entry: ¹ soak

phrasal verb

soaked up; soaking up; soaks up

: to take in (liquid) : absorb

The rag soaked up most of the water.

: to enjoy feeling or experiencing (something pleasant) in usually a slow or relaxed way

We went to the beach and soaked up the sun/sunshine all afternoon.

I sat at my table for an hour soaking up the atmosphere of the café.

The performers stood on the stage, soaking up the applause.

: to learn and remember (something) quickly

He eagerly soaked up every word she said.

She has an ability to soak up new information very quickly.

: to use a large amount of (money, supplies, etc.)

This project is soaking up resources that could be used elsewhere.