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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Embracing these first days quietly resting, adjusting, and soaking in every little moment has been amazing!
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Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 5 Apr. 2025
That dulled the outcome for A’s fans but not all of the energy for fans soaking in the historic moment.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2025
This one-of-a-kind collaboration is your chance to soak in the show’s opulence without packing a passport—or dealing with any suspiciously friendly guests.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
To clean stains off your bag, wipe away at them with a cloth soaked in water and dish soap until gone; then dry the spots with a second cloth.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
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Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 5 Apr. 2025
That dulled the outcome for A’s fans but not all of the energy for fans soaking in the historic moment.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2025
This one-of-a-kind collaboration is your chance to soak in the show’s opulence without packing a passport—or dealing with any suspiciously friendly guests.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
To clean stains off your bag, wipe away at them with a cloth soaked in water and dish soap until gone; then dry the spots with a second cloth.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
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“Soak in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soak%20in. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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