soak up

Verb (2)

1. take in, also metaphorically“The sponge absorbs water well”“She drew strength from the minister's words”Synonyms: absorbsuckimbibesop upsuck updrawtake intake upMore general act, moveMore specific wipe up, blot, sponge up
2. devote (oneself) fully to“He immersed himself into his studies”Synonyms: steepimmerseengulfplungeengrossabsorbMore general concentrate, focusMore specific drink in, drinkSimilar plunge, immerse