as in drowning
to put (food, such as meat or fish) in a sauce for a period of time to add flavor or tenderize
The recipe says that you should marinate the chicken overnight.
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Recent Examples of marinating
Growing up in Southern California meant marinating in a beautifully chaotic media stew where local sports writers and radio personalities were some of our defining cultural commentators.
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Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
His coming-out party began marinating in May.
—Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Leaving the shower door or curtain slightly open afterward lets the inside dry instead of marinating.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
While the meat is still safe to eat, marinating can help extend its shelf life, according to Chef Hervé Malivert, director of culinary affairs at the Institute of Culinary Education.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
The Bayley recipe recommends covering and marinating (in the fridge) two-12 hours.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Many restaurant versions cook the chicken in a tandoor, a traditional clay oven, which can take over an hour, not including several hours for marinating.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 13 Apr. 2026
The Broncos needed a veteran for Nix, and hopefully, longer marinating will make Pat Bryant and Troy Franklin more productive someday.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 18 Mar. 2026
The Democrats have been marinating in their own juices for ages.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
His coming-out party began marinating in May.
—Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Leaving the shower door or curtain slightly open afterward lets the inside dry instead of marinating.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
While the meat is still safe to eat, marinating can help extend its shelf life, according to Chef Hervé Malivert, director of culinary affairs at the Institute of Culinary Education.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
The Bayley recipe recommends covering and marinating (in the fridge) two-12 hours.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Many restaurant versions cook the chicken in a tandoor, a traditional clay oven, which can take over an hour, not including several hours for marinating.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 13 Apr. 2026
The Broncos needed a veteran for Nix, and hopefully, longer marinating will make Pat Bryant and Troy Franklin more productive someday.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 18 Mar. 2026
The Democrats have been marinating in their own juices for ages.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marinating
Verb
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Whales can drag heavy gear for months, unable to dive or feed properly, leading to starvation, infection and drowning.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 May 2026
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Being able to shut out the noise kept it from drowning out her voice.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
20 May 2026
Verb
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While it’s not required, dipping the cut end into a rooting hormone can speed up the rooting process and increase the success rate.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
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Hidden in perpetual darkness, these craters remain colder than Pluto, with temperatures dipping to around minus 370 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 223 degrees Celsius).—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
19 May 2026
Verb
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The marble bathroom with a deep soaking tub (and Natura Bisse amenities) is separated from the bedroom by a set of wooden shutters that can be opened to reveal the room and the outdoor view beyond, if desired.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Chia gel, made by soaking chia seeds in water, is hydrating, low-calorie, and high in fiber, which helps with digestion and gut health.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
16 May 2026
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“Marinating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marinating. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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