as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
the fisherman couldn't wait to take off his soaking socks
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as in gouging
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as in saturating
to wet thoroughly with liquid
we ran for home as soon as the rain started, but our clothes still ended up soaked
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2
as in stinging
to charge (someone) too much for goods or services
a merchant who soaks the tourists every summer
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3
as in wetting
to make wet
that downpour soaked my hair, and now I look like a sight
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as in drinking
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages
depressed about his love life, he repaired to a bar to soak
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Recent Examples of soaking
Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
27 June 2026
Warm lighting, wood paneling, and deep soaking tubs soften the brick and concrete, while the brand’s signature discreet service is still present.
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Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
There's also an A-frame cabin with a private bathroom, hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, a deep soaking tub, and enough space to accommodate a group of four.
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Molly Allen,
Travel + Leisure,
27 June 2026
Never water superficially but always give the root ball a good soaking.
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Derek Carwood,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
Soak them for at least 8-12 hours, though soaking time can vary depending on your preferences.
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Chelsea Rae Bourgeois,
Health,
18 June 2026
The soaking pattern is being fueled in part by moisture from the remnants of last week’s Tropical Storm Cristina from the Eastern Pacific.
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Chris Dolce,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
The primary suite has a Japanese soaking tub, and downstairs is a sauna.
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The Week Us,
TheWeek,
14 June 2026
Repeat the soaking steps if necessary.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
Fisher Isbell,
AJC.com,
4 July 2026
The Bungalows The resort consists of 135 private bungalows complete with private front porches and verandas, outdoor rain showers and soaking tubs, plush robes, flatscreen TVs, and comfortable beds.
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Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
The primary suite occupies its own wing and comes complete with dual baths — one with stone and steam, the other with a soaking tub — a sun deck and private coffee bar.
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Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
Some research suggests that soaking your feet in a bath of ice water can help cool your body’s core.
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Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
2 July 2026
The hotel’s wellness focus extends to the bathrooms, which boast walk-in showers, claw-foot soaking tubs, and double-sink marble vanities embellished with ornate gilt mirrors.
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Veronica M. Stoddart,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
There’s a kitchenette stocked with a Nespresso machine, a deep soaking bathtub for relaxation, and sweet outdoor terrace perfect for watching the sunset or indulging in happy hour.
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Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2026
The space has a dramatic 28-foot Palladian rotunda, a saltwater soaking tub, a sauna, a steam room and a wall of water that creates a soothing, flowing sound.
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Katie Sweeney,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
In the primary suite, wood and stone elements create a striking contrast, while a trio of doors open to a private terrace, and the bath comes with a steam shower and freestanding soaking tub.
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Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
Noun
For cherry pits with hard shells, soaking can soften them, enabling roots to emerge more easily.
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
27 June 2026
Warm lighting, wood paneling, and deep soaking tubs soften the brick and concrete, while the brand’s signature discreet service is still present.
—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
There's also an A-frame cabin with a private bathroom, hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, a deep soaking tub, and enough space to accommodate a group of four.
—
Molly Allen,
Travel + Leisure,
27 June 2026
Never water superficially but always give the root ball a good soaking.
—
Derek Carwood,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
Soak them for at least 8-12 hours, though soaking time can vary depending on your preferences.
—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois,
Health,
18 June 2026
The soaking pattern is being fueled in part by moisture from the remnants of last week’s Tropical Storm Cristina from the Eastern Pacific.
—
Chris Dolce,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
The primary suite has a Japanese soaking tub, and downstairs is a sauna.
—
The Week Us,
TheWeek,
14 June 2026
Repeat the soaking steps if necessary.
—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
Verb
As the sun began to rise over the Atlanta skyline on the nation’s 250th birthday, racers, soaking with sweat from head to toe, were locked stride for stride with one another during the 2026 Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race.
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Fisher Isbell,
AJC.com,
4 July 2026
The Bungalows The resort consists of 135 private bungalows complete with private front porches and verandas, outdoor rain showers and soaking tubs, plush robes, flatscreen TVs, and comfortable beds.
—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
The primary suite occupies its own wing and comes complete with dual baths — one with stone and steam, the other with a soaking tub — a sun deck and private coffee bar.
—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
Some research suggests that soaking your feet in a bath of ice water can help cool your body’s core.
—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
2 July 2026
The hotel’s wellness focus extends to the bathrooms, which boast walk-in showers, claw-foot soaking tubs, and double-sink marble vanities embellished with ornate gilt mirrors.
—
Veronica M. Stoddart,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
There’s a kitchenette stocked with a Nespresso machine, a deep soaking bathtub for relaxation, and sweet outdoor terrace perfect for watching the sunset or indulging in happy hour.
—
Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2026
The space has a dramatic 28-foot Palladian rotunda, a saltwater soaking tub, a sauna, a steam room and a wall of water that creates a soothing, flowing sound.
—
Katie Sweeney,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
In the primary suite, wood and stone elements create a striking contrast, while a trio of doors open to a private terrace, and the bath comes with a steam shower and freestanding soaking tub.
—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaking
Adjective
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The piece featured a plunging neckline, dripping pearls, and tiny purple ribbons throughout.
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The equivalent of promising your family a weekend away at an all-inclusive resort, and instead ending up at a dirty road-side motel with creaky beds and dripping faucets.
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Other advantages include the fact that ownership of compute may reduce dependency on price fluctuations and gouging.
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But the buildup to America’s first time hosting the World Cup since 1994 has been nonstop controversy, from exorbitant ticket cost and price-gouging for public transportation to our country’s far-right immigration policies scaring away many would-be visitors.
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Follow by saturating the area with a pet-specific enzymatic cleaner.
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However, strawberries are also susceptible to root rot, so make sure to avoid over-saturating the soil.
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Significant stinging insect infestations like wasps and carpenter bees may also require a specialized plan that isn’t included in your general pest control service.
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These stinging insects are black with yellow or white bands and are bigger than bees and yellow jackets.
Verb
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Joanna Shoulder received the beating as discipline for wetting her bed, according to a homicide detective’s account of his interview of the girl’s father described in an arrest warrant affidavit.
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Considerations Before Getting Started Before cleaning your sidewalks, gather some basic safety equipment such as gloves and eye protection, and protect plants and grass bordering your sidewalk from bleach and cleaners by wetting them down and covering them with plastic sheeting or old towels.
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Middleton also reportedly avoids drinking tap water when travelling overseas because of concerns over bacteria, contaminants or unfamiliar mineral content.
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Middle and upper-class people would have wanted special implements for drinking these beverages and a place to drink it.
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System1's Spike Rating, an industry measure of emotional intensity paired with speed of brand recognition, credits the film among the top 15% of effective ads in Brazil, inside one of the country's most saturated ad categories.
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Both butter and margarine have a combination of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.
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Dish only had to agree to stop overcharging subscribers.
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Corporations have gotten away with overcharging consumers for far too long, but wages have stayed the same.
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“Soaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soaking. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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