soak in
phrasal verb
soaked in; soaking in; soaks in
of a liquid
: to enter something by a gradual process
Pour water around the base of the plant and allow it to soak in.
—often used figurativelyHe sat quietly, letting her words soak in.
Close your eyes and let the music soak in.
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Three years ago, Sanjay Krishnamurthi was high in the terraces of the iconic Coliseum amid a rabid Athletics fanbase soaking in MLB action with the stunning Oakland Hills in the background.
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Tristan Lavalette, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Pasadena Chalk Festival Spend Father’s Day weekend soaking in art under the sun at the annual Pasadena Chalk Festival.
—Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 10 June 2025
Considerations Before Getting Started Don't use harsh detergents on a straw hat or leave it to soak in water, which will damage the material.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2025
Detainees were then placed by twos in cells, still soaked in the water, without mattresses or blankets.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 7 June 2025
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Tristan Lavalette, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Pasadena Chalk Festival Spend Father’s Day weekend soaking in art under the sun at the annual Pasadena Chalk Festival.
—Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 10 June 2025
Considerations Before Getting Started Don't use harsh detergents on a straw hat or leave it to soak in water, which will damage the material.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2025
Detainees were then placed by twos in cells, still soaked in the water, without mattresses or blankets.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 7 June 2025
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“Soak in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soak%20in. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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