soak in

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 figuratively
He sat quietly, letting her words soak in.
Close your eyes and let the music soak in.

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For the smoothest porridge, let the rice soak in cold water before cooking. — Trinity Mouzon Wofford, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Oct. 2026 Out on the deck, a fire pit, grill, and outdoor dining setup encourage visitors to soak in one-of-a-kind views. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Oct. 2026 Today’s recipe Many meatballs are made with a panade, often a mixture of white bread soaked in milk, which lends moisture to the final meatballs. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026 The rain from Isaias has led to an initial round of drought improvements from the southern Mountains through the Triad, with more changes likely next week once the moisture has soaked in and its lasting impacts are more apparent. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for soak in

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