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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
Check if the drip pans are removable and safe for soaking or scrubbing, as some materials can scratch or warp with harsh cleaners or abrasive pads, according to Stein.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Amenities vary by residence, as some have wet bars and work nooks, while others feature a Japanese soaking tub.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026
The third and final wave of a dawdling Pacific storm will hit San Diego County Thursday afternoon, wrapping up four days of soaking rains, heavy snow, tree-snapping winds and lightning that arced through the darkest hours of the night, the National Weather Service says.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
After the soaking period, skim off any floating seeds.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2026
In any case, the tree in question is drought-tolerant and will easily subsist on a single weekly soaking or less when its shallow roots are covered with mulch.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
Much of the property was built with materials from the surrounding woods—cypress soaking tubs, heated stone bathroom floors, and bamboo dividers whose clean minimalist lines and varied textures offer a restorative setting.
—Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026
Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 21 Feb. 2026
Every room is understated and done in grays, white marbles, and earth tones—plus splashes of blue representing Lake Michigan—and comes with one of four types of soaking tubs, all deliciously inviting.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
One of two private wings is dedicated to the primary suite, which comes with a fireside sitting area, a walk-in closet, and a luxe bath spotlighted by a floating vanity with dual sinks and a deep freestanding soaking tub atop a veined pink marble inlay.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026
Roethling also recommends soaking the soil before moving or adding plants in spring.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 20 Feb. 2026
Her only directions were on a piece of paper that was soaking wet.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026
The third round of rain in a series of powerful winter storms hit Southern California on Thursday morning, soaking communities across the region.
—Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
Make sure to use a damp mop rather than a soaking wet one, or use a floor spray designed for hardwood floors and a dry cleaning pad to clean the surface.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
For extra protection, Stowell suggests soaking strawberries in a mixture of one part white vinegar to three parts water for five to 10 minutes, then rinsing thoroughly.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 14 Feb. 2026
Noun
Private cottages provide extra space and solitude, plus special amenities like outdoor soaking tubs, dining areas, and kitchens.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
Check if the drip pans are removable and safe for soaking or scrubbing, as some materials can scratch or warp with harsh cleaners or abrasive pads, according to Stein.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Amenities vary by residence, as some have wet bars and work nooks, while others feature a Japanese soaking tub.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026
The third and final wave of a dawdling Pacific storm will hit San Diego County Thursday afternoon, wrapping up four days of soaking rains, heavy snow, tree-snapping winds and lightning that arced through the darkest hours of the night, the National Weather Service says.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
After the soaking period, skim off any floating seeds.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2026
In any case, the tree in question is drought-tolerant and will easily subsist on a single weekly soaking or less when its shallow roots are covered with mulch.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
Much of the property was built with materials from the surrounding woods—cypress soaking tubs, heated stone bathroom floors, and bamboo dividers whose clean minimalist lines and varied textures offer a restorative setting.
—Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
To keep your drinkware in proper shape for celebrations and wine nights, try soaking them in vinegar instead.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 21 Feb. 2026
Every room is understated and done in grays, white marbles, and earth tones—plus splashes of blue representing Lake Michigan—and comes with one of four types of soaking tubs, all deliciously inviting.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
One of two private wings is dedicated to the primary suite, which comes with a fireside sitting area, a walk-in closet, and a luxe bath spotlighted by a floating vanity with dual sinks and a deep freestanding soaking tub atop a veined pink marble inlay.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026
Roethling also recommends soaking the soil before moving or adding plants in spring.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 20 Feb. 2026
Her only directions were on a piece of paper that was soaking wet.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026
The third round of rain in a series of powerful winter storms hit Southern California on Thursday morning, soaking communities across the region.
—Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
Make sure to use a damp mop rather than a soaking wet one, or use a floor spray designed for hardwood floors and a dry cleaning pad to clean the surface.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
For extra protection, Stowell suggests soaking strawberries in a mixture of one part white vinegar to three parts water for five to 10 minutes, then rinsing thoroughly.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaking
Adjective
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The bathrooms are dripping in pink Portuguese marble, and there’s plenty of space to unwind in between treatments.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2026
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Otherwise, there would be a dripping from a cut from above, possibly from the hands or face.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
12 Feb. 2026
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Soon after, Bradley stumbles on Zuri’s body and confronts Linda, resulting in a brutal fight that includes stabbing, scalp ripping, and some really upsetting eye gouging.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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In the past, Amazon has suppressed easily accessible buy buttons to prevent price-gouging or pressure brands to lower prices to match pricing on their own website or competitors.—
Jacqueline Munis,
Fortune,
20 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This Valentine’s Day, consider saturating your nails in a lush, deep red as rich as red velvet cake.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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Be sure to add milk mixture slowly and gradually to avoid over-saturating the cake.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The surrender also included a stinging lesson in the nuances of diplomacy.—
Christopher Magra,
The Conversation,
10 Feb. 2026
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Seattle fans are hoping to erase the stinging memory of Super Bowl 49 – when the Seahawks famously decided not to run from the 1-yard line and saw Malcolm Butler intercept Russell Wilson to seal a 28-24 Patriots win.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Focus on even moisture at the soil level, and avoid wetting the flowers and the rest of the plant, if possible.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
16 Feb. 2026
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To water from the top, pour water over the soil, avoiding wetting the leaves.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Who wants to close out the week in Guadalajara drinking the finest tequila on earth, or eating through the buzzing dining scene of Chicago?—
Matt Ortile,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Feb. 2026
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There is also some evidence that drinking lemon water could regulate blood sugar.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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With a saturated market of cuts, collars, and cotton weights, the search requires a curious eye.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
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Hues like blush and dusty rose pair well with sandy neutrals, soft grays, and even more saturated colors like teal and fuchsia.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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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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Jeevarajan’s team also subjected batteries to overcharging and to electrical shorts.—
Andrew Moseman,
IEEE Spectrum,
22 Nov. 2025
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“Soaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soaking. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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