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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At bars such as The Dubliner, located across from Boston's City Hall Plaza, supporters gathered Thursday to cheer on the opening game and soak in the atmosphere ahead of the FIFA Fan Festival, which opens Friday.
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Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Discover the street art and famed walls in Wynwood; discover the flavors of Little Havana and Little Haiti; soak in the South Florida sunshine at the beach; or explore nearby Everglades National Park.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
Somewhere between a cake and a custard, the ultra-classic take is studded with prunes soaked in Armagnac brandy.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 20 minutes before skewering to prevent burning.
—Lexi Harrison, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026
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Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Discover the street art and famed walls in Wynwood; discover the flavors of Little Havana and Little Haiti; soak in the South Florida sunshine at the beach; or explore nearby Everglades National Park.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
Somewhere between a cake and a custard, the ultra-classic take is studded with prunes soaked in Armagnac brandy.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 20 minutes before skewering to prevent burning.
—Lexi Harrison, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026
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 16 Jun. 2026.
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