soak in

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 figuratively

He sat quietly, letting her words soak in.

Close your eyes and let the music soak in.

Examples of soak in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are shirts being whirled all around me as disbelieving fans soak in the celebrations with their squad. — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 15 July 2026

The Oscar-winning filmmaker's movies are best viewed in 70mm IMAX, which allows moviegoers to soak in the epic film's stunning visuals on a massive screen. — Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 15 July 2026

Here’s everything to know about riding Amtrak’s Pennsylvanian train, from route highlights and onboard amenities to the best seats for soaking in the ever-changing landscape. — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026

They can also be rehydrated (soaked in water until plump) and added to salsas, sauces, or anything else that may benefit from their slightly sweet flavor. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026

Rhymes for soak in

• broken
• oaken
• spoken
• token
• woken
• awoken
• betoken
• heartbroken
• outspoken
• unbroken
• unspoken