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Sponges

Verb / ˈspʌndʒʌz / Another word for sponges — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sponges are a type of sea animal that have a soft, porous body and are often used for cleaning or soaking up liquids.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. I used a sponge to clean the car.
  2. The sponge soaked up all the water from the spill.
  3. Sponges are often used for painting.
  4. I love using a sponge to wash my face.
  5. My mom uses a sponge to clean the kitchen counter.

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  • I have learned to use the word 'impossible' with the greatest caution. - Wernher von Braun
  • Every time we come up with a new idea, it's like starting over. You don't know anything. You can try to get a little knowledge from everybody else, but you have to blaze your own path. - John Carmack
  • I am a sponge. I absorb knowledge real fast. - David Bailey

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