Swain and his colleagues likened the effect to an expanding “atmospheric sponge” capable of soaking up more water, leading to more intense floods and droughts.

When John Magaro was eyeballing acting as a living and soaking up ’70s movies in college, Dustin Hoffman’s career looked awfully inspiring.

Taylor, in black with gold trim, was more understated in her ring walk but still soaking up the atmosphere as she sauntered down the runway without any real urgency.

He spent hours soaking up the art of storytelling while sharpening his own cinematic sensibility.

Others are settling for the South Bay’s scenic ocean-side views, soaking up the endless sunshine and indulging in some local delicacies.