soggy

adjective

ˈsä-gē How to pronounce soggy (audio)
Definition of soggynext
as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water spread the soggy papers out to dry

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Recent Examples of soggy Preparing lunch together can also become a lesson in practical problem-solving, like figuring out which ingredients are better packed separately to avoid a soggy sandwich surprise. — Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Aug. 2026 The wafer dissolved almost instantly; his tongue roved around, trying to coax the soggy body of Christ from his molars. — Emma Cline, New Yorker, 9 Aug. 2026 Doing so helps prevent soggy bottoms and intensifies the domed top, made possible by baking in alternating cups. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026 Frying more than three pieces of chicken at a time lowers the oil temperature, slows down cooking, and can yield soggy results instead of crispy perfection. — Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for soggy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soggy
  1. dripping
  2. saturated
  3. wet
  4. soaked
  5. soaking
  6. washed
  7. flooded
  8. sodden
Adjective
  • The 59-year-old actress kept the summer vibes going at the Practical Magic 2 premiere on August 26, shimmering from head to toe in a seafoam green sequin gown that was dripping in pearls and gold chains.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The man in black is wracked and choking, mangling the words, eyes dripping.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of dripping
Adjective
  • From unexpected combinations to pops of saturated accessories, this season is all about self-expression and letting color lead the way.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
  • High-frequency brand campaigns in saturated markets remain notoriously difficult to isolate cleanly on a short cadence.
    — Tobin Thomas, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of saturated
Adjective
  • Crucially, the experiment revealed that while design software is free, the significant expense and bottleneck now lie in the physical synthesis and experimental validation of proteins, underscoring the scarcity of wet-lab capacity.
    — Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The plant does well in wet areas and will tolerate part shade.
    — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of wet
Adjective
  • Fortunately for us, there are plenty of ways to mix the two this weekend — from spa deals and rum-soaked revelry to a nostalgic hard rock show or a night of stress-busting belly laughs.
    — Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Kornacki then exclaimed, trying to collect his soaked papers.
    — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of soaked
Adjective
  • Pre-soaking socks in baking soda, vinegar, or oxygen bleach removes stains and brightens whites.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 July 2026
Definition of soaking
Adjective
  • Made from naturally breathable, skin-friendly, pre-washed linen, the quilt is designed to hold up for years while growing softer with every wash.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026
  • As the Cyclospora outbreak grows, experts recommend washing all fresh produce that hasn’t been pre-washed—not just lettuce.
    — Sarah Garone, HEALTH, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of washed
Adjective
  • Social media video also showed rain leaking into subway stations and flooded streets.
    — Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Two women who were on foot and trapped in a flooded creek were rescued, Fire Division Lt.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of flooded
Adjective
  • Their sodden footprint mazes cropped up then disappeared across the cement.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Eddie Williams was taking a merciless pounding against her planking as the sodden wreck heaved and rolled.
    — JAMES D. OXLEY, Outdoor Life, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of sodden

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“Soggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soggy. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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