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hoover up

verb
  1. To suck (something) into a vacuum cleaner, irrespective of brand. (informal, transitive) · Don't worry about the mess on the carpet – I'll hoover it up later.
  2. To do the vacuuming. (informal, intransitive) · I'll hoover up after I've finished washing the dishes.
  3. To avidly absorb or consume (something), as if by a vacuum cleaner. (figuratively, informal, transitive)
  4. To consume (food or drink) quickly, especially by taking it into the mouth directly from the plate rather than using cutlery. (figuratively, informal, transitive)
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