steep in
phrasal verb
steeped in; steeping in; steeps in
1
: to make (someone) know and understand a lot about (something)
Prior to his trip, he spent a few weeks steeping himself in the language.
—often used as (be) steeped inShe was steeped in the classics.
2
—used as (be) steeped in to say that there is a lot of something associated with a place, time, etc.
an area steeped in history
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Set the scene The world of Paiza is steeped in discreet luxury.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
At best, The Loneliest Man in Town creates a unique vibe that’s partly steeped in such memories and partly filled with contemporary malaise, although the film never feels overtly bleak and ultimately holds out hope for Cook’s future.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
Part of the appeal for Martin was that Cooke, who started his career as a trainee director at the RSC, is steeped in the Bard, as is Macmillan.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2026
While many associate the holiday with donning red and gold, family-style meals, and vibrant celebrations, it’s also steeped in traditions and auspicious customs meant to shape the year from its very first day.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
At best, The Loneliest Man in Town creates a unique vibe that’s partly steeped in such memories and partly filled with contemporary malaise, although the film never feels overtly bleak and ultimately holds out hope for Cook’s future.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
Part of the appeal for Martin was that Cooke, who started his career as a trainee director at the RSC, is steeped in the Bard, as is Macmillan.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2026
While many associate the holiday with donning red and gold, family-style meals, and vibrant celebrations, it’s also steeped in traditions and auspicious customs meant to shape the year from its very first day.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for steep in
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“Steep in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/steep%20in. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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