Absorb 
To dream of absorbing energy or water is likely to represent a time for true understanding of a situation in your life. It can mean that you have the ability to retain information and that now might be a good time to begin studying.
Depending on the emotions in the dream, to absorb something could also mean that you are taking on someone else's issues and business.
Being absorbed in your dream suggests you may need to enhance your ability to remain detached and keep clarity of mind. Alternatively you may be showing yourself that you are excellent at focusing when necessary.
Sadism
To dream of behaving sadistically may be enlightening you to a suppressed feeling of anger or rage. Note who or what you are hurting or wanting to hurt and examine your conscience for truth in connection with your everyday interactions.
To dream of being attacked with malicious sadism indicates there is an implication of guilt over wrongdoing in your life. You need forgiveness.
Defend
To dream that you must defend your home, possessions, or loved ones shows that you may be feeling under attack in your waking life. There could be a question of honor that needs to be addressed.
To dream that another person is defensive toward you is an indication that you may be enduring an untrustworthy connection with someone. The message from your unconscious is to have faith in your intuition as it is most likely correct.
Recess
To dream of going to recess suggests that you may need to take a break from your daily routine. You may need to take some time for yourself, or go out and play with your friends. Perhaps, it is time for a girl's night out, or a day at the ball game with the boys.
Recess may also represent a need to give more attention to your inner child. You may have bad memories from the playground as a child which need to be confronted and resolved.
Embrace
To dream that you are embracing your lover warns of arguments, misunderstandings, or a differing of opinion due to a lack of faithfulness.
To dream that you embrace a stranger indicates that an unwanted person will visit.
To dream about embracing family suggests that they may become ill or they are not satisfied.
Sitting
To dream that you are sitting implies that you are unsure of which direction to take or which path to follow in your life. It may also indicate that you want to relax and not partake in any strenuous activity.
Washing
To dream of washing yourself and keeping yourself neat and clean indicates how proud you are of your circle of friends and the esteem in which they hold you. Your personal life is going well and you may soon receive some recognition for your labor. Conversely, if you have recently experienced a traumatic or otherwise difficult event, washing yourself may be symbolic of cleansing yourself of the event.
To wash your feet is an indication that you may soon make a career change. Your new position will offer you the opportunity to grow personally and financially.
To wash your car is a good omen. An illness or trying situation will soon right itself.
Hugging
Hugging is one of the most common signs of love and affection. To dream of hugging a person can reflect your desire for love and affection.
Manicure
To dream that you are getting a manicure symbolizes fascination and allure. You want to be noticed and praised for a task that you have completed. Perhaps you are trying to communicate your creativity via some project you are undertaking.
Strangle
To dream that you or someone else is being strangled suggests that you are refusing to reveal a personal attribute or feature to others. You want to keep it concealed either out of fear or anger.