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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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
How To Degrease Your Range First, use a cloth soaked in soapy water to remove any debris.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 June 2026
Places like Palm Springs are attracting travelers looking to soak in the quiet desert views, and mornings seem to be made for peace.
—Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
Some just come to soak in the serenity.
—Quil Lawrence, NPR, 2 June 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
How To Degrease Your Range First, use a cloth soaked in soapy water to remove any debris.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 June 2026
Places like Palm Springs are attracting travelers looking to soak in the quiet desert views, and mornings seem to be made for peace.
—Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
Some just come to soak in the serenity.
—Quil Lawrence, NPR, 2 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 6 Jun. 2026.
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