as in drowning
to put (food, such as meat or fish) in a sauce for a period of time to add flavor or tenderize
The recipe says that you should marinate the chicken overnight.
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Recent Examples of marinating
The Democrats have been marinating in their own juices for ages.
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Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Add a creamy, tangy, and special flavoring by marinating the chicken in buttermilk.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Gray also said that marinating or canning salmon in antioxidant-rich sauces can further help reduce oxidation and preserve omega-3 fatty acids.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 20 Feb. 2026
Lohner’s spent the year marinating on Denver’s practice squad, not seeing action in any game this season despite the occasional need for TE depth.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 16 Jan. 2026
This matching set of baking dishes includes a large size that's great for making desserts and casseroles, roasting vegetables, marinating meats, broiling fish, and more, and a smaller one for breading and prep work.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Jan. 2026
Klinger recommends to steam it before marinating to reduce bitterness, and then grill, pan-sear, or crumble it into recipes.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 12 Dec. 2025
Whatever magic glue holds the two together, the guest verses needed more time marinating and less of whatever’s frying them around the edges in the mix.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
Stoneware Heritage Rectangular Dish This do-everything dish will help you every step of the way, from prepping vegetables and marinating meat, to baking hearty casseroles and decadent desserts, to storing leftovers.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 15 Nov. 2025
Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Add a creamy, tangy, and special flavoring by marinating the chicken in buttermilk.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Gray also said that marinating or canning salmon in antioxidant-rich sauces can further help reduce oxidation and preserve omega-3 fatty acids.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 20 Feb. 2026
Lohner’s spent the year marinating on Denver’s practice squad, not seeing action in any game this season despite the occasional need for TE depth.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 16 Jan. 2026
This matching set of baking dishes includes a large size that's great for making desserts and casseroles, roasting vegetables, marinating meats, broiling fish, and more, and a smaller one for breading and prep work.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Jan. 2026
Klinger recommends to steam it before marinating to reduce bitterness, and then grill, pan-sear, or crumble it into recipes.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 12 Dec. 2025
Whatever magic glue holds the two together, the guest verses needed more time marinating and less of whatever’s frying them around the edges in the mix.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
Stoneware Heritage Rectangular Dish This do-everything dish will help you every step of the way, from prepping vegetables and marinating meat, to baking hearty casseroles and decadent desserts, to storing leftovers.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 15 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marinating
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The costs cascade, drowning students in their wake.—
Lance Christensen,
Oc Register,
18 Mar. 2026
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Elevated surf also frequently results in strong rip currents which can drag people away from the shore and possibly result in drowning.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The colorful, flavorful wrappers are as fun as the fillings (which range from cilantro or kimchi pork to butternut squash and shrimp to tofu, mushroom and kale), and the variety of dipping sauces (classic, ginger smash, gochujang and old godmother spicy peanut) make every bite an adventure.—
Jess Fleming,
Twin Cities,
19 Mar. 2026
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Highs climb from the low 80s Saturday, March 21, into the mid-80s Sunday, March 22, before dipping to the upper 60s–low 70s by midweek.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Disinfect pruners and loppers by soaking them in a mixture of 1 part bleach and 9 parts water for 30 minutes, or spray the blades with rubbing alcohol.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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Ahead, experts explain how soaking anemone and ranunculus corms can significantly improve your gardening results and share helpful tips on how to do it, along with troubleshooting advice.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
13 Mar. 2026
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