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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So Bibb quickly began asking questions while getting soaked in the scene.
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Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 15 May 2025
Those in search of luxury can stay in a five-star hotel, sleeping on a plush bed, soaking in a deep bath tub and lounging on a balcony with sweeping mountain views.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
This latest culinary venture will transport viewers through Tuscany, Lombardy, Trentino-Alto Adige, Abruzzo, and Lazio, soaking in the stories shared by the hands that prepared thoughtful works of art on a plate.
—Moná Thomas, People.com, 12 May 2025
Those halcyon days appear soaked in an ethereal lighting to convey nostalgia.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 8 May 2025
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Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 15 May 2025
Those in search of luxury can stay in a five-star hotel, sleeping on a plush bed, soaking in a deep bath tub and lounging on a balcony with sweeping mountain views.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
This latest culinary venture will transport viewers through Tuscany, Lombardy, Trentino-Alto Adige, Abruzzo, and Lazio, soaking in the stories shared by the hands that prepared thoughtful works of art on a plate.
—Moná Thomas, People.com, 12 May 2025
Those halcyon days appear soaked in an ethereal lighting to convey nostalgia.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 8 May 2025
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“Soak in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soak%20in. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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