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 figurativelyHe sat quietly, letting her words soak in.
Close your eyes and let the music soak in.
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Day 3 took Luigi and me out to play all 18 holes – a chance to try out my tweaks in real playing time, and a chance to soak in that remarkable scenery.
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Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026
Somewhere between a cake and a custard, the ultra-classic take is studded with prunes soaked in Armagnac brandy.
—Jen Rose Smith, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Landry Shamet won’t spend much time soaking in his first NBA Finals appearance.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 26 May 2026
Between performances throughout the days and evenings, be sure to soak in the rest of the area at your leisure with nature walks & hikes, a stroll through the charming downtown, and a beer at one of the many craft breweries.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
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Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026
Somewhere between a cake and a custard, the ultra-classic take is studded with prunes soaked in Armagnac brandy.
—Jen Rose Smith, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Landry Shamet won’t spend much time soaking in his first NBA Finals appearance.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 26 May 2026
Between performances throughout the days and evenings, be sure to soak in the rest of the area at your leisure with nature walks & hikes, a stroll through the charming downtown, and a beer at one of the many craft breweries.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
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“Soak in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soak%20in. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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