sponge up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To clean with a sponge
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I sponged up the juice spill.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To soak up, like a sponge
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To treat (something), such as to wetten, with a sponge.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sponge up” mean?
To clean with a sponge
Is “sponge up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.