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 gouging
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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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2
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
Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
Seeds That Should Always Be Soaked Seeds that benefit from soaking include larger seeds like squash, beans, peas, and beets.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
Spring and fall offer bearable temps—prime time for gravel biking, off-roading, land sailing, hot-spring soaking, or astrophotography on the playa’s flat, hard surface.
—Ted Alvarez, Outside, 9 Mar. 2026
During a recent trip to Tokyo, my husband and I—both new to the city—checked into a room with a comfortable wall-to-wall couch, a king-size bed with city views, and thoughtful details like a lovely tea set and a deep soaking tub.
—Lois Alter Mark, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
Most bathrooms include double sink vanities, oversize rainfall showers and separate soaking tubs, and come with either Toto toilets or a toilet alongside a bidet.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Homeowners who prioritize self-care value freestanding tubs for soaking and relaxation.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
The Dominick is all floor-to-ceiling windows, soaking tubs, rooftop pools, and moody light fixtures — in other words, its 46 stories are peppered with elements that exude upscale, sophisticated energy while avoiding all signs of gaudiness.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Because they're already cooked, jarred beans are ready to use straight from the jar, without any soaking or simmering needed.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
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
Try Clove Water to Help Support Digestion Sipping on clove water, a drink made by soaking whole cloves in water, may help support your digestion.
—Jenna Anderson, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
Fortunately, the hot spell will not come with a widespread risk of fire weather thanks to the record-breaking soaking the Southland endured over the holiday season and the lack of significant winds.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
If the outer coating is exceptionally hard, seeds may need even more help by nicking the seed coat before soaking.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
Each room has a stand-alone soaking tub and steam shower.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
The primary suite has its own sitting area and a tranquil bathroom with an onyx shower and a soaking tub.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2026
Its spa bathroom also includes a dual vanity and a soaking tub.
—Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
Pre-Sprouting to Ensure Viability After the soaking process, Violette uses a specific method to ensure that all the corms are viable.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
Seeds That Should Always Be Soaked Seeds that benefit from soaking include larger seeds like squash, beans, peas, and beets.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
Spring and fall offer bearable temps—prime time for gravel biking, off-roading, land sailing, hot-spring soaking, or astrophotography on the playa’s flat, hard surface.
—Ted Alvarez, Outside, 9 Mar. 2026
During a recent trip to Tokyo, my husband and I—both new to the city—checked into a room with a comfortable wall-to-wall couch, a king-size bed with city views, and thoughtful details like a lovely tea set and a deep soaking tub.
—Lois Alter Mark, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
Most bathrooms include double sink vanities, oversize rainfall showers and separate soaking tubs, and come with either Toto toilets or a toilet alongside a bidet.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Homeowners who prioritize self-care value freestanding tubs for soaking and relaxation.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
The Dominick is all floor-to-ceiling windows, soaking tubs, rooftop pools, and moody light fixtures — in other words, its 46 stories are peppered with elements that exude upscale, sophisticated energy while avoiding all signs of gaudiness.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Because they're already cooked, jarred beans are ready to use straight from the jar, without any soaking or simmering needed.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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
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
Try Clove Water to Help Support Digestion Sipping on clove water, a drink made by soaking whole cloves in water, may help support your digestion.
—Jenna Anderson, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
Fortunately, the hot spell will not come with a widespread risk of fire weather thanks to the record-breaking soaking the Southland endured over the holiday season and the lack of significant winds.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
If the outer coating is exceptionally hard, seeds may need even more help by nicking the seed coat before soaking.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
Each room has a stand-alone soaking tub and steam shower.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
The primary suite has its own sitting area and a tranquil bathroom with an onyx shower and a soaking tub.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2026
Its spa bathroom also includes a dual vanity and a soaking tub.
—Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaking
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This concept was prevalent at this year's flower show, with many designers incorporating water features into their displays, from a simple dripping fountain to more formal pools, engaging visitors' auditory senses.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
9 Mar. 2026
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Don’t be fooled by their jaw-dripping price; the flats boast a luxe look thanks to their low profile and—of course—glove silhouette.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
7 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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The aesthetically inclined and chronically online will have noticed the Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy-mania presently saturating popular culture.—
Alex Surprenant,
Vogue,
15 Mar. 2026
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Work slowly and move around the entire patch of garden weeds, carefully saturating the leaves with the spray.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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However, even with that stinging loss, Musero’s attorney is riding the wave generated by the lists coming out.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2026
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Chancellor Friedrich Merz suffered a setback when his conservatives lost a regional election to the Greens, a stinging blow for the unpopular German leader compounded by a jump in support for the far right.—
Michael Nienaber,
Bloomberg,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Space Leylands 8 to 10 feet apart to control these problems and avoid wetting the foliage.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
10 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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Meteorologist Amber Lee recommends drinking plenty of water, taking breaks when needed and avoiding outdoor activities during peak hours.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Aurora Police Department is also encouraging residents to designate a sober driver before heading out, never let a friend drive impaired, always wear a seat belt and use a ride-share service, taxi or public transportation if drinking.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Bubble teas may also contain tea extract powder and non-dairy creamers, which could add saturated fat.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
9 Mar. 2026
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Use avocados as a non-dairy substitute or replacement for saturated fats found in animal products and oils.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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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“Soaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soaking. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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