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Recent Examples of presoak
For added effectiveness when dealing with tough stains, simply presoak with Orange House Laundry Detergent before washing normally.
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Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Apr. 2023
Natural enzymes help break down proteins, starches, and fats, so there's no need to presoak your dishes.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2023
Don’t poke the eggs with a pin, presoak them in vinegar, or even add salt to the water—although eggshells are porous, flavors won’t have time to penetrate an egg during a few minutes of cooking.
—Paul Kita, Men's Health, 15 Dec. 2022
If using wooden skewers, presoak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
—Lisa Lillien, PEOPLE.com, 2 July 2018
Ingredients: Oak chips 10 juniper berries, bruised Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Step 1:
Prepare grill with an even layer of coals, and presoaked chips for smoking.
—For Kroger, The Courier-Journal, 18 Sep. 2017
Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Apr. 2023
Natural enzymes help break down proteins, starches, and fats, so there's no need to presoak your dishes.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2023
Don’t poke the eggs with a pin, presoak them in vinegar, or even add salt to the water—although eggshells are porous, flavors won’t have time to penetrate an egg during a few minutes of cooking.
—Paul Kita, Men's Health, 15 Dec. 2022
If using wooden skewers, presoak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
—Lisa Lillien, PEOPLE.com, 2 July 2018
Ingredients: Oak chips 10 juniper berries, bruised Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Step 1:
Prepare grill with an even layer of coals, and presoaked chips for smoking.
—For Kroger, The Courier-Journal, 18 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presoak
Verb
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Photo : Nils Timm The primary bath comes with a soaking tub and two-person shower.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
4 Feb. 2025
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Referencing a 1997 Gaultier look with a model wearing a boat on top of the head, Saint Sernin tapped hairstylist Guido Palau to soak their hair in gel as if drenched by a tumultuous sea.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
31 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The storm arrived on Friday, saturating the northern half of California with heavy rain, as well as snow in higher elevations.—
Anders Fogh Rasmussen,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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The soil becomes overly saturated, the roots rot, and the plants die.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The custom blend is handcrafted in small batches daily, grown to steep both long and cold, ensuring a flavor as smooth as silk.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Jan. 2025
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To make garlic tea, crush 1-2 cloves of fresh garlic and steep them in hot water for several minutes.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD,
Health,
25 Nov. 2024
Verb
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Water Often Onion seeds and indoor seedlings should be watered regularly to keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2025
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Kern waters her rhubarb twice a week via drip irrigation, increasing the watering time as temperatures warm.—
Joshua Siskin,
Orange County Register,
1 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Winemaker Carlo Ferrini’s blend is of 50% Cab, 40% Merlot and 10% Carménère, fermented in cement tanks, macerated for 15 to 18 days then aged in Slovenian and French barrels for six months, softening the wine.—
John Mariani,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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For an elevated dessert, drizzle over vanilla ice cream and top with cut or macerated strawberries or peaches.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
30 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The divorce came after Pete Hegseth reportedly impregnated a co-worker at a nonprofit group, according to the Times.—
Joyce Orlando,
The Tennessean,
4 Dec. 2024
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His second wife filed for divorce after Pete Hegseth impregnated a co-worker at a nonprofit group, according to the Times.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA TODAY,
4 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Referencing a 1997 Gaultier look with a model wearing a boat on top of the head, Saint Sernin tapped hairstylist Guido Palau to soak their hair in gel as if drenched by a tumultuous sea.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
31 Jan. 2025
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The vanilla gelato is drenched in Undercurrent’s espresso for a rich, delicious sweet treat.—
Sunny Hubler,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Jan. 2025
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The American Academy of Dermatology Association says shingles rashes should be washed with a fragrance-free cleanser, coated with pure petroleum jelly, and covered with a clean, nonstick bandage daily until the blisters are completely healed.—
Brittany Risher,
SELF,
7 Feb. 2025
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Add it to your daily wash routine for best results.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Presoak.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presoak. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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