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sponging

/ˈspɒndʒɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does sponging mean?

verb

The act of wiping or soaking up a liquid, especially with a sponge. To obtain money or other benefits by deceitful or unfair means.

Example

"She spent the afternoon sponging up the spill on the kitchen floor."

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