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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While his future is still up in the air, for now, Darnold is soaking in the recognition of his first Pro Bowl appearance and reflecting on what has been a career-redefining season.
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
The batteries are often soaked in a saltwater bath to drain the remaining power, and are eventually shredded and taken to recycling facilities.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2025
Along the way, Myers soaked in the sounds of Otis Redding, Jimi Hendrix, George Strait and Chris Stapleton, channeling their influences.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2025
When the day winds down, the outdoor hot tub, spacious deck, and brick patio offer the perfect settings to soak in the beauty of a starry night by the sea.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
The batteries are often soaked in a saltwater bath to drain the remaining power, and are eventually shredded and taken to recycling facilities.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2025
Along the way, Myers soaked in the sounds of Otis Redding, Jimi Hendrix, George Strait and Chris Stapleton, channeling their influences.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2025
When the day winds down, the outdoor hot tub, spacious deck, and brick patio offer the perfect settings to soak in the beauty of a starry night by the sea.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Soak in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soak%20in. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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