steep in
phrasal verb
steeped in; steeping in; steeps in
1
: to make (someone) know and understand a lot about (something)
Prior to his trip, he spent a few weeks steeping himself in the language.
—often used as (be) steeped inShe was steeped in the classics.
2
—used as (be) steeped in to say that there is a lot of something associated with a place, time, etc.
an area steeped in history
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Every single one is steeped in tradition and local ingredients, yet presented in a modern style that speaks to the vision and dexterity of the kitchen staff.
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Claudia Alarcón, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
He was steeped in Jewish wisdom and used it to guide us on how to face today’s problems.
—Vanessa Gera, Sun Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2025
His first senior goals may not have been as eye-catching, but they were similarly steeped in repetition.
—Art De Roché, The Athletic, 7 Feb. 2025
To curry audience favor, each sings a song steeped in the style of one or more pop icons, like Nicki Minaj, Britney Spears, Avril Lavigne.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025
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Claudia Alarcón, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
He was steeped in Jewish wisdom and used it to guide us on how to face today’s problems.
—Vanessa Gera, Sun Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2025
His first senior goals may not have been as eye-catching, but they were similarly steeped in repetition.
—Art De Roché, The Athletic, 7 Feb. 2025
To curry audience favor, each sings a song steeped in the style of one or more pop icons, like Nicki Minaj, Britney Spears, Avril Lavigne.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025
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“Steep in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/steep%20in. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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