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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Find the best photo locations by scouting out the Airbnb grounds in advance, taking care to pay attention to spots soaked in natural light.
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025
Get ready to spend more time soaking up the views in the great outdoors and less time soaking in an Epsom salt bath at home — your back will thank you.
—Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 20 Mar. 2025
Tiny quick oats soaked in buttermilk, along with flax and honey, lend a unique tenderness.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
During the pregame festivities before starters were announced on the field, Shaw soaked in the light show while waiting to be called out of the tunnel.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025
Get ready to spend more time soaking up the views in the great outdoors and less time soaking in an Epsom salt bath at home — your back will thank you.
—Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 20 Mar. 2025
Tiny quick oats soaked in buttermilk, along with flax and honey, lend a unique tenderness.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
During the pregame festivities before starters were announced on the field, Shaw soaked in the light show while waiting to be called out of the tunnel.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for soak in
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“Soak in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soak%20in. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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