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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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
Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
These ultra-luxe rooms feature wall-to-wall views of Uptown Dallas, a walk-in marble shower, and free-standing soaking tub.
—Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
Bathrooms are a highlight here, thanks to their generous size and deep soaking tubs and walk-in rain showers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 May 2026
Inside The Suites At Nobu Los Cabos The resort features 200 guest rooms and suites, many with private terraces, outdoor soaking tubs, plunge pools and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.
—Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
The ensuite bathroom, meanwhile, has both a steam shower and a jetted soaking tub.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
The primary suite comes with its own soaking tub and radiant heated floors.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 17 May 2026
Rooms and suites are dressed in serene hues and elegant artwork, with spa-style marble bathrooms that feature deep soaking tubs and separate showers.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
The appeal is partly physical — contrast bathing and mineral soaking deliver tangible benefits — and partly experiential, with resorts pairing the water with mountain views, ocean bays and northern lights.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Blood kept gushing out, soaking the pads under her dark red.
—Kavitha Surana, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
The entire property combines vintage design with a playful, communal vibe—think clawfoot soaking tubs by the window and nightly hangs in the bar.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026
About 45 minutes from Champaign-Urbana, the bin is perfect for couples, with a vintage claw-foot soaking tub and loft bedroom.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 28 May 2026
Sleek bathrooms and Kohler soaking tubs bring the rooms up to date.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
The bi-level Shiki-shima Suite spans nearly an entire railcar and features a private hinoki cypress soaking tub.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
While bulgur wheat is soaking, prepare remaining ingredients.
—Linda Gassenheimer, Boston Herald, 27 May 2026
Spa-like bathrooms feature restorative Perricone MD amenities, soaking tubs, rain-showers, and more.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Noun
The dishwasher sprays smaller amounts of water over a longer period while relying on soaking and efficient circulation rather than intense heat and pressure.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
These ultra-luxe rooms feature wall-to-wall views of Uptown Dallas, a walk-in marble shower, and free-standing soaking tub.
—Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
Bathrooms are a highlight here, thanks to their generous size and deep soaking tubs and walk-in rain showers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 May 2026
Inside The Suites At Nobu Los Cabos The resort features 200 guest rooms and suites, many with private terraces, outdoor soaking tubs, plunge pools and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.
—Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
The ensuite bathroom, meanwhile, has both a steam shower and a jetted soaking tub.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
The primary suite comes with its own soaking tub and radiant heated floors.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 17 May 2026
Rooms and suites are dressed in serene hues and elegant artwork, with spa-style marble bathrooms that feature deep soaking tubs and separate showers.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
The appeal is partly physical — contrast bathing and mineral soaking deliver tangible benefits — and partly experiential, with resorts pairing the water with mountain views, ocean bays and northern lights.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
Verb
Interestingly, OriginTaste uses vacuum soaking to help rice absorb water more deeply.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Blood kept gushing out, soaking the pads under her dark red.
—Kavitha Surana, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
The entire property combines vintage design with a playful, communal vibe—think clawfoot soaking tubs by the window and nightly hangs in the bar.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026
About 45 minutes from Champaign-Urbana, the bin is perfect for couples, with a vintage claw-foot soaking tub and loft bedroom.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 28 May 2026
Sleek bathrooms and Kohler soaking tubs bring the rooms up to date.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
The bi-level Shiki-shima Suite spans nearly an entire railcar and features a private hinoki cypress soaking tub.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
While bulgur wheat is soaking, prepare remaining ingredients.
—Linda Gassenheimer, Boston Herald, 27 May 2026
Spa-like bathrooms feature restorative Perricone MD amenities, soaking tubs, rain-showers, and more.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaking
Adjective
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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
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The ancient Greek sport of pankration employed techniques from the more structured disciplines of boxing and wrestling, with no rules except for prohibitions on eye-gouging and biting.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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What Raiff has seen is price-gouging at private airports and terminals.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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By saturating Kyiv with large numbers of ballistic missiles on Sunday, Russia may also be seeking to deplete Ukraine's limited stocks ahead of what could be an even more intense wave of attacks this summer.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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Instruments and voices accumulate into immense, sustained, saturating dissonances, with a snare drum cutting through the tear-gas haze.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
Verb
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Fallout from the scandal, compounded by the Labor Party’s stinging local election losses, has tanked Starmer’s poll numbers.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Sacramento Stingers California’s capital city has a number of prominent entities represented by flying, stinging insects.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Avoid wetting foliage when watering plants or water in the morning if using overhead sprinklers to help minimize foliar disease.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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Avoid wetting leaves and vines.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
12 May 2026
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The project's cover artwork depicts Role Model (whose real name is Tucker Pillsbury) drinking from a beer bottle while sitting near a man and woman eating cake and looking at him while seemingly dressed for their wedding.—
Jack Irvin,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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This is not like drinking a glass of water.—
Catherine Ellis,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Summer jewelry is about embracing a more playful mood, with designers leaning into saturated stones and whimsical motifs with pieces that energize warm-weather dressing.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
24 May 2026
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Darker and more saturated colors can create depth, potentially making a room feel larger by receding from view.—
Elizabeth Sweet,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Corporations have gotten away with overcharging consumers for far too long, but wages have stayed the same.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Hospital CEOs came under fire at a House hearing Tuesday, with Republicans accusing them of overcharging patients and exploiting the system.—
Berkeley Lovelace Jr,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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