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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Passengers on a flight were unexpectedly soaked in alcohol after a hard landing caused two bottles to break in an overhead bin.
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Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
This is the dry season in South Florida, offering the most sunshine, mild temperatures, and calm waters—ideal for boating, snorkeling, kayaking, or simply soaking in the views.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2025
Erik Kain Summer has officially begun this weekend, so get outside and soak in those rays—just remember to wear sunscreen.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Most modern hats can be soaked in water and hand-cleaned.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA Today, 14 June 2025
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Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
This is the dry season in South Florida, offering the most sunshine, mild temperatures, and calm waters—ideal for boating, snorkeling, kayaking, or simply soaking in the views.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2025
Erik Kain Summer has officially begun this weekend, so get outside and soak in those rays—just remember to wear sunscreen.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Most modern hats can be soaked in water and hand-cleaned.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA Today, 14 June 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 4 Jul. 2025.
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