soak in
phrasal verb
soaked in; soaking in; soaks in
of a liquid
: to enter something by a gradual process
Pour water around the base of the plant and allow it to soak in.
—often used figurativelyHe sat quietly, letting her words soak in.
Close your eyes and let the music soak in.
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During that time, the North Carolina city drew health tourists seeking to soak in the fresh mountain air.
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
To soak in heated mineral waters.
—Annie Daly, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
Collins is soaking in every moment of motherhood, cherishing each first moment with her little one.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
Nina Dobrev is soaking in the last days of 2025.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 31 Dec. 2025
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
To soak in heated mineral waters.
—Annie Daly, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
Collins is soaking in every moment of motherhood, cherishing each first moment with her little one.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
Nina Dobrev is soaking in the last days of 2025.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 31 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for soak in
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“Soak in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soak%20in. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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