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as in suffusing
to cause (as a person) to become filled or saturated with a certain quality or principle
grew up steeped in the ways of his ancestors a town steeped in history
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2
as in soaking
to wet thoroughly with liquid
chew fresh ginger that has been steeped in hot water to aid digestion
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Recent Examples of steeping
Tea Forte’s premium teas come in self-standing tea bags that are perfect for steeping.
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2025
In borrowing from a patchwork of references, and steeping them in a brew both sacred and profane, D’Angelo was doing more than homage.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2025
This version is great for three weeks in the fridge after steeping for two days.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 29 Sep. 2025
Unlike other teas, which involve steeping leaves and removing them before drinking, matcha powder is then whisked into hot water.
—Rebecca Corbett, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
For a unique spin on this refreshing golf cocktail, try steeping with other popular tea flavors like Peach, Lavender, or Earl Grey.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
These pots are naturally suited for steeping dark teas.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025
Infusion involves steeping different herbs, spices, or fruits into liquor or syrups.
—Essence, 9 Aug. 2025
Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2025
In borrowing from a patchwork of references, and steeping them in a brew both sacred and profane, D’Angelo was doing more than homage.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2025
This version is great for three weeks in the fridge after steeping for two days.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 29 Sep. 2025
Unlike other teas, which involve steeping leaves and removing them before drinking, matcha powder is then whisked into hot water.
—Rebecca Corbett, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
For a unique spin on this refreshing golf cocktail, try steeping with other popular tea flavors like Peach, Lavender, or Earl Grey.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
These pots are naturally suited for steeping dark teas.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025
Infusion involves steeping different herbs, spices, or fruits into liquor or syrups.
—Essence, 9 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steeping
Verb
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After soaking for about 10 minutes, scrub the liner with a soft sponge or cloth.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Thinly slicing the white interior shoots and soaking them in ice water is key—the stalks curl and crisp, yielding the most satisfying crunchy texture.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The goal is to make our customers feel represented and empowered, while infusing joy into every product.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Oct. 2025
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Others blend their coffee with a few scoops of plant protein powder, infusing their coffee with about 20–25 g of protein.—
Cynthia Sass,
Health,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In the final step, Rag & Bone overdyes the garments, saturating pieces to add depths of tone and contrast.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
14 Oct. 2025
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Set the pot in a shallow pool of water so the soil will absorb water over a few hours, saturating the potting media.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Similarly, white Americans are nearly four times as likely to skip or delay vaccinating their children compared to Asian Americans, with 19 percent and 5 percent, respectively, forgoing or putting off inoculating their kids, according to the poll.—
Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech,
The Hill,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Up ahead, two men argued, their shouts and curses drowning out the hum of a helicopter that circled in the distance.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Warner died in a drowning accident at the age of 54 while vacationing with his family in Costa Rica in July of this year.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
27 Oct. 2025
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One of the main ways Crampton was able to persevere was by using her skills as a chef and immersing herself in nutrition to accelerate her recovery.—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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The first campaign sees Doherty exploring and immersing himself within Jamaica’s vibrant culture alongside former Miss Universe Jamaica, Miqueal-Symone Williams.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Steeping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steeping. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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