as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
the fisherman couldn't wait to take off his soaking socks
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as in saturating
to wet thoroughly with liquid
we ran for home as soon as the rain started, but our clothes still ended up soaked
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as in stinging
to charge (someone) too much for goods or services
a merchant who soaks the tourists every summer
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as in wetting
to make wet
that downpour soaked my hair, and now I look like a sight
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as in drinking
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages
depressed about his love life, he repaired to a bar to soak
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Recent Examples of soaking
Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Add American cheese, remaining 1 cup cheddar, and reserved soaking water; stir vigorously until most of the cheese is melted (some small lumps of cheese will remain and that is OK) and water is absorbed.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
University of Massachusetts research found that soaking produce in 1 teaspoon of baking soda per 2 cups of water for 12 to 15 minutes outperforms plain water for surface pesticide removal.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
The en suite bath is equally striking, with a sleek soaking tub under a picture window.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026
Each of the five luxury suites on the property comes with its own bathroom decked out with deep soaking tubs.
—Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026
There’s an outdoor soaking bath, fire pit, and outdoor shower for relaxation, and interiors are bright as can be with high ceilings and numerous windows.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
Colorado’s Front Range may be dry, but some other Western spots got a good soaking this winter — and that’s leading to a lot of wildflower blooms.
—Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2026
But soaking does come with some risks.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 14 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
Lentils don't need soaking, so once your ingredients are prepped and ready, simply toss them in your slow cooker before going about your day.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Avoid soaking the rug completely.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Avoid soaking your rug completely.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
In the bathroom, a soaking tub and shower can be found.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Clocking in at 8,500 square feet, this Tuscan-style villa evokes an old-world winery with soaring ceilings, limestone from a French chateau, as well as amenities like a soaking tub and billiards room.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
After soaking it all in and reflecting on his first start with the team, Cabrera highlighted a major difference between his outings in Miami and his debut in Chicago.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Other highlights include a library gallery, a TV room, a wine cellar, and an exercise space, plus a posh primary suite holding an office, a private terrace, and a luxe bath showcased by a freestanding gray oval soaking tub.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
Today, the rooms blend modern comforts with a 19th-century aesthetic—think Victorian floral wallpaper and soaking bathtubs.
—Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Add American cheese, remaining 1 cup cheddar, and reserved soaking water; stir vigorously until most of the cheese is melted (some small lumps of cheese will remain and that is OK) and water is absorbed.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
University of Massachusetts research found that soaking produce in 1 teaspoon of baking soda per 2 cups of water for 12 to 15 minutes outperforms plain water for surface pesticide removal.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
The en suite bath is equally striking, with a sleek soaking tub under a picture window.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026
Each of the five luxury suites on the property comes with its own bathroom decked out with deep soaking tubs.
—Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026
There’s an outdoor soaking bath, fire pit, and outdoor shower for relaxation, and interiors are bright as can be with high ceilings and numerous windows.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
Colorado’s Front Range may be dry, but some other Western spots got a good soaking this winter — and that’s leading to a lot of wildflower blooms.
—Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2026
But soaking does come with some risks.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 14 Mar. 2026
Verb
My favorite corner housed the freestanding soaking tub, where Blue Lagoon bath salts sit on a side table for easy access.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
Lentils don't need soaking, so once your ingredients are prepped and ready, simply toss them in your slow cooker before going about your day.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Avoid soaking the rug completely.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Avoid soaking your rug completely.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
In the bathroom, a soaking tub and shower can be found.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Clocking in at 8,500 square feet, this Tuscan-style villa evokes an old-world winery with soaring ceilings, limestone from a French chateau, as well as amenities like a soaking tub and billiards room.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
After soaking it all in and reflecting on his first start with the team, Cabrera highlighted a major difference between his outings in Miami and his debut in Chicago.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Other highlights include a library gallery, a TV room, a wine cellar, and an exercise space, plus a posh primary suite holding an office, a private terrace, and a luxe bath showcased by a freestanding gray oval soaking tub.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaking
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There’s a fabulous art deco bar, dripping chandeliers, and gold chinoiserie wallpaper by Timorous Beasties.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Another late work, Color Wheel, 2018–19, comprises a group of thirty massive canvases arranged in a circle, each a vivid, monochromatic shade atop which has been painted a single, dripping bar of complementary hue.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
26 Mar. 2026
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President Lee Jae Myung also advised his government to crack down on oil refinery companies and gas stations to prevent price-gouging while making efforts to secure supply ships that do not pass through the Strait of Hormuz.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
13 Mar. 2026
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The public better wake up, because the creativity of the MTA, and Hochul’s gouging of a disinterested and unwise public, have no limits.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Avoid puddling or saturating the soil.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
3 Apr. 2026
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But there’s a difference between accepting the legality of gambling and actively promoting it, whether that’s through opening sportsbooks at stadiums like Wrigley Field or saturating game broadcasts with gambling advertisements.—
Michael Delayo,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Alcohol can be stinging and drying to the skin.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Meta had the worst week in the group, dropping more than 11% after two stinging court defeats added to the social media company's challenges.—
Ari Levy,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Considerations Before Getting Started Before cleaning your sidewalks, gather some basic safety equipment such as gloves and eye protection, and protect plants and grass bordering your sidewalk from bleach and cleaners by wetting them down and covering them with plastic sheeting or old towels.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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When cleaning your upholstered headboard, avoid over-wetting it.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Jude, a 12-year-old who gets injured in a firework accident, had been drinking with older kids while dealing with instability at home.—
Jonathan Hunt-Glassman,
Fortune,
2 Apr. 2026
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Patricia explains the process and reminds the woman that drinking coffee before the screening can affect the results.—
Lisa Hughes,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Their quality, richly saturated and startlingly clear, transformed the market for the stone worldwide and earned Sauer widespread plaudits for both championing their use and stretching the definition of what an emerald could do.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
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These glazes result in the gorgeous, deeply saturated colors zellige tiles are known for, but that color comes with a downside.—
Heather Bien,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
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Because this was an intentional policy maneuver, rather than an accounting or process problem, and there is no guarantee that the federal government will reimburse this large amount of funds, this overcharging and accrual of unpaid federal funds has been flagged by DLS as a legislative issue.—
Steve Arentz,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Mar. 2026
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While that’s substantial, even a much larger overcharging estimate on the part of PBMs would be a far cry from the $38 trillion national debt.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
6 Jan. 2026
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