presoak

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Recent Examples of presoak Use a sink, bucket, or large plastic container to presoak the socks before adding them to the washer. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026 Natural enzymes help break down proteins, starches, and fats, so there's no need to presoak your dishes. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2023 Always read clothing care labels and do not presoak delicate fabrics or items labeled as dry-clean-only. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 19 Feb. 2026 If using wooden skewers, presoak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Lisa Lillien, PEOPLE.com, 2 July 2018 Don’t poke the eggs with a pin, presoak them in vinegar, or even add salt to the water—although eggshells are porous, flavors won’t have time to penetrate an egg during a few minutes of cooking. Paul Kita, Men's Health, 15 Dec. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presoak
Verb
  • As the sun began to rise over the Atlanta skyline on the nation’s 250th birthday, racers, soaking with sweat from head to toe, were locked stride for stride with one another during the 2026 Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race.
    Fisher Isbell, AJC.com, 4 July 2026
  • Be sure to soak an untreated cedar plank in water for 1 to 2 hours before cooking.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • Mid-range uninhabited aerial vehicles (UAVs) can suppress, distract, saturate, and expose Russian air defenses.
    David A. Deptula, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Forbes says the lowest dose shown to saturate muscles is 3 grams per day.
    Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 29 June 2026
Verb
  • Meanwhile, steeping the banana peels in milk gives the topping an extra layer of banana flavor without adding extra fruit or moisture.
    Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026
  • When her plants need a bit of extra support, Etemadipour might also add leftover tea by re-steeping tea leaves and using the second, weaker cup directly in her garden.
    Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 28 June 2026
Verb
  • In wetter climates where residents don't have to water their lawns, indoor use, such as for showers, is more impactful.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Water Right Plants grown in hanging baskets may need to be watered daily or even more often during extreme heat.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • After dry-curing olives, producers macerate them in oil for a few months to soften and enrich them.
    Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 June 2026
  • For the best texture, macerate the strawberries shortly before serving.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Clothing impregnated with permethrin is another option.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
  • But Niall arguably commits the deepest betrayal by sleeping with Ruben’s fiancée, Mona (Amy Manson), impregnating her, and keeping that information from Ruben for years.
    Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • Designed by architect Zoltan Pali, an entire facade of floor-to-ceiling windows drench the property in light during the day while supplying sprawling views of the Los Angeles skyline.
    Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 30 June 2026
  • It is filled with a plump and juicy cod fish and drenched with Mexican crema, pico de gallo and cabbage.
    Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026
Verb
  • Some physicians recommend washing your mouth out after use by gargling and rinsing your mouth with water.
    Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • The optimal times to use hair oil are before washing your hair or after a blow-dry.
    Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 5 July 2026

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“Presoak.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presoak. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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