as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
a miserable, soaked cat who looked like a drowned rat
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as in saturated
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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as in stung
to charge (someone) too much for goods or services
a merchant who soaks the tourists every summer
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as in wet
to make wet
that downpour soaked my hair, and now I look like a sight
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as in drank
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 soaked
Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 16 May 2026
Each pre-soaked pad is infused with Korean skin care actives that support elasticity, hydration, and an even-looking complexion, alongside a moisturizing cream powered by NAD+ and multilayer hyaluronic acid for firmer, more radiant-looking skin.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
The most soaked area of the region during the storm was the Central Coast, where about 3½ inches of rain fell at Scotts Creek and Ben Lomond in the Santa Cruz Mountains beginning Monday, the weather service said.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Ending up living on the boat, Telsi notices her companions leave at dawn and return soaked and crying.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
The group appeared relaxed and sun-soaked, marking another milestone for a family that has navigated public divorces and professional shifts to maintain a united front.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026
The Crown’s soaked supporters erupted.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2026
Video showed a soaked Molly among a pile of rocks as a crewman picked her up and carried her to the helicopter.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
These pre-soaked pads pair pore-clearing salicylic acid with a gentle dose of texture-refining retinol, while cica and green tea ceramide from Korea’s mineral-rich Jeju Island soothe and calm skin.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
The key is to water deeply but infrequently, making sure soil is soaked to a 12-18 inch depth.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
His entire light blue outfit was soaked through with sweat.
—Andrew Dampf, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Twenty volunteers, whose hands were either soaked for 30 minutes or unsoaked, were asked to transfer wet marbles from one container to another as quickly as possible.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Investors certainly have plenty of reasons for optimism in an economy soaked with AI cash.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
Manipulations include everything from surgically removing key tissues to implanting beads soaked with signaling molecules to injecting DNA into cells to instruct them to make a different set of proteins.
—ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Oatmeal, especially when soaked or fermented before cooking, activates natural enzymes that help break down difficult-to-digest compounds.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
After the chamber cleared, House clerks pulled them apart, stomped on them and eventually soaked them in water until the noises gradually died.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Adjective
People who have trouble swallowing or who have scarring, inflammation, or narrowing of the esophagus (stricture) should not eat dry chia seeds and should talk with a healthcare provider before eating even soaked chia seeds.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 16 May 2026
Each pre-soaked pad is infused with Korean skin care actives that support elasticity, hydration, and an even-looking complexion, alongside a moisturizing cream powered by NAD+ and multilayer hyaluronic acid for firmer, more radiant-looking skin.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
The most soaked area of the region during the storm was the Central Coast, where about 3½ inches of rain fell at Scotts Creek and Ben Lomond in the Santa Cruz Mountains beginning Monday, the weather service said.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Ending up living on the boat, Telsi notices her companions leave at dawn and return soaked and crying.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
The group appeared relaxed and sun-soaked, marking another milestone for a family that has navigated public divorces and professional shifts to maintain a united front.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026
The Crown’s soaked supporters erupted.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2026
Video showed a soaked Molly among a pile of rocks as a crewman picked her up and carried her to the helicopter.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
These pre-soaked pads pair pore-clearing salicylic acid with a gentle dose of texture-refining retinol, while cica and green tea ceramide from Korea’s mineral-rich Jeju Island soothe and calm skin.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
Strawberries will absorb water after being washed or soaked, then begin to break down and turn mushy.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
The key is to water deeply but infrequently, making sure soil is soaked to a 12-18 inch depth.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
His entire light blue outfit was soaked through with sweat.
—Andrew Dampf, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Twenty volunteers, whose hands were either soaked for 30 minutes or unsoaked, were asked to transfer wet marbles from one container to another as quickly as possible.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Investors certainly have plenty of reasons for optimism in an economy soaked with AI cash.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
Manipulations include everything from surgically removing key tissues to implanting beads soaked with signaling molecules to injecting DNA into cells to instruct them to make a different set of proteins.
—ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Oatmeal, especially when soaked or fermented before cooking, activates natural enzymes that help break down difficult-to-digest compounds.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
After the chamber cleared, House clerks pulled them apart, stomped on them and eventually soaked them in water until the noises gradually died.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaked
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Carpenter also warns that outdoor pooling after rainfall, unattended pet bowls, and dripping garden taps can also encourage cockroaches and rodents.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2026
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History will remember his leadership on 9/11 long after the wild-eyed, hair-dye-dripping accusations are forgotten.—
John Avlon,
The Atlantic,
25 May 2026
Verb
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The company’s positioning comes at a time when the wellness device market is becoming increasingly saturated.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Essentially Color designs are set with rare, exceptional gemstones that are often unique, unheated, and intensely saturated in color.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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In a season of difficult defeats, the Royals’ 10-9 loss to Detroit in April really stung.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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The loss stung for Granada Hills, which was trying to repeat as City champs after taking the title from the Colts last season.—
Ethan Hanson,
Daily News,
30 May 2026
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Aerate and immediately water lawns that are compacted, hard to wet or have nematode problems.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2026
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Water slowly and deeply to thoroughly wet the root zone.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
30 May 2026
Verb
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At the parties, both boys and girls drank excessively, often leading to vomiting.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
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Specifically, that time Lestat drank Jesus Christ’s blood.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
25 May 2026
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And when the co-owner of a vineyard is found dead, drowned in his own wine, the women work to make sense of this seemingly unmotivated murder.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
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It just is drowned out by a lot of the hate.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
1 June 2026
Verb
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The bullets shattered nine panes of glass, their wooden framework gouged by bullet fragments.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
21 May 2026
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Nobody likes being price gouged, whether at the gas pump, ticket purchase, or a rideshare.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Everything had to be done first, rocks moved, grass cut, ladders put away, dishes washed.—
Joe Soucheray,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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As its flippers met sand and the ocean washed across its shell for the first time in six months, Earl Grey charged for home.—
Adam Van Brimmer,
AJC.com,
29 May 2026
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