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 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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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
Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026 Set on a bluff overlooking the Pacific, this sprawling 30-acre resort has 263 rooms with gorgeous oceanfront views and generously sized soaking tubs. —Acacia Gabriel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026 The marble bathrooms feature deep soaking tubs and separate rain showers, with Frederic Malle amenities in most rooms and Acqua di Parma products in top suites. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026 The only caveat is your group may argue over who gets the primary suite, which offers a cozy fireplace next to the king-sized bed, a private en-suite bath (with a deep soaking tub), a lounge space, and a crow’s nest nook that’s ideal for reading or remote work. —Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 8 Apr. 2026 Nearby, there’s a full spa setup, with outdoor soaking tubs and a shower. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2026 After my treatment, I was invited to linger in the co-ed Himalayan Salt Room and Red Clay Room or woman-only spa area, complete with a warm soaking tub, lounge area and treatment rooms for body scrubs. —Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026 Today, the rooms blend modern comforts with a 19th-century aesthetic—think Victorian floral wallpaper and soaking bathtubs. —Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026 Add American cheese, remaining 1 cup cheddar, and reserved soaking water; stir vigorously until most of the cheese is melted (some small lumps of cheese will remain and that is OK) and water is absorbed. —Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026 Avoid soaking the mattress — over-wetting is one of the most common mistakes people make. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026 Although the sun had come out again, the air was humid, and everything was soaking wet. —Dr. C. E. Kuschel, Outdoor Life, 9 Apr. 2026 Wetting your plants beforehand creates a barrier that helps keep detergent from soaking into roots and leaves. —Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026 Your face stays off the pillow, which also means night serums and treatments stay on your skin instead of soaking into the fabric. —Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026 Pickles Fermented pickles are made by soaking cucumbers in a salt and water brine for several weeks. —Lindsey Desoto, Health, 8 Apr. 2026 After soaking, use an old toothbrush or soft brush to remove any remaining debris. —Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 8 Apr. 2026 My favorite corner housed the freestanding soaking tub, where Blue Lagoon bath salts sit on a side table for easy access. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
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The primary bath is outfitted with marble flooring, Lefroy Brooks plumbing fixtures, Ann Sachs tile, dual vanities, a large soaking tub and a steam shower. —Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026 Set on a bluff overlooking the Pacific, this sprawling 30-acre resort has 263 rooms with gorgeous oceanfront views and generously sized soaking tubs. —Acacia Gabriel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026 The marble bathrooms feature deep soaking tubs and separate rain showers, with Frederic Malle amenities in most rooms and Acqua di Parma products in top suites. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026 The only caveat is your group may argue over who gets the primary suite, which offers a cozy fireplace next to the king-sized bed, a private en-suite bath (with a deep soaking tub), a lounge space, and a crow’s nest nook that’s ideal for reading or remote work. —Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 8 Apr. 2026 Nearby, there’s a full spa setup, with outdoor soaking tubs and a shower. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2026 After my treatment, I was invited to linger in the co-ed Himalayan Salt Room and Red Clay Room or woman-only spa area, complete with a warm soaking tub, lounge area and treatment rooms for body scrubs. —Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026 Today, the rooms blend modern comforts with a 19th-century aesthetic—think Victorian floral wallpaper and soaking bathtubs. —Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026 Add American cheese, remaining 1 cup cheddar, and reserved soaking water; stir vigorously until most of the cheese is melted (some small lumps of cheese will remain and that is OK) and water is absorbed. —Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
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The layout separates private areas from the main entertaining spaces, with the primary suite set behind pivoting resin doors and comprising a sitting area, dressing space, and a large bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026 Avoid soaking the mattress — over-wetting is one of the most common mistakes people make. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026 Although the sun had come out again, the air was humid, and everything was soaking wet. —Dr. C. E. Kuschel, Outdoor Life, 9 Apr. 2026 Wetting your plants beforehand creates a barrier that helps keep detergent from soaking into roots and leaves. —Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026 Your face stays off the pillow, which also means night serums and treatments stay on your skin instead of soaking into the fabric. —Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026 Pickles Fermented pickles are made by soaking cucumbers in a salt and water brine for several weeks. —Lindsey Desoto, Health, 8 Apr. 2026 After soaking, use an old toothbrush or soft brush to remove any remaining debris. —Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 8 Apr. 2026 My favorite corner housed the freestanding soaking tub, where Blue Lagoon bath salts sit on a side table for easy access. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaking
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It’s called ‘Spiral’ and it’s set in 1980s Ireland and dripping in folklore, repression and the strangeness of the Irish countryside.— Alex Ritman, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
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This leak set comes with three detectors, which feature two groups of backwater detector sensor probes and one group of front probes for pipe dripping.— BestReviews, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
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President Lee Jae Myung also advised his government to crack down on oil refinery companies and gas stations to prevent price-gouging while making efforts to secure supply ships that do not pass through the Strait of Hormuz.— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
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The public better wake up, because the creativity of the MTA, and Hochul’s gouging of a disinterested and unwise public, have no limits.— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026
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Avoid saturating the mattress — over-wetting is one of the most common mistakes people make, and excess moisture trapped inside the mattress can lead to mold growth, creating an entirely new allergen problem.— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
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Avoid puddling or saturating the soil.— David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 3 Apr. 2026
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The verdict is a stinging rebuke to the Department of Justice, which settled with Live Nation early in the trial, leaving it to the states to litigate to a verdict.— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
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Live Nation ain’t turning the other cheek to a stinging jury verdict today that labeled the Ticketmaster-owning concert and talent promoter a monopoly.— Dominic Patten, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
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Blot — don’t rub — and avoid over-wetting the mattress, which can lead to mold growth if moisture gets trapped inside.— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
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Water at the base of plants instead of wetting the entire garden with a sprinkler or hose.— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
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But drinking them throughout the day in place of water has not been recommended for most people, researchers said.— Mike Snider, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
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Brynn, who had struggled with alcohol and cocaine abuse in the past, had recently begun drinking again after nearly a decade of sobriety.— Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
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Hotel accommodations were so saturated that travelers without lodging were seen sleeping in a park in the small western Cuban town of Viñales that draws thousands of tourists and rock climbers to its scenic limestone cliffs.— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
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Paired here with a pale-green Aventurine dial, the effect immediately recalls the Stella dials of the 1970s, but the overall effect is less saturated.— Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
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Because this was an intentional policy maneuver, rather than an accounting or process problem, and there is no guarantee that the federal government will reimburse this large amount of funds, this overcharging and accrual of unpaid federal funds has been flagged by DLS as a legislative issue.— Steve Arentz, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2026
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While that’s substantial, even a much larger overcharging estimate on the part of PBMs would be a far cry from the $38 trillion national debt.— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Soaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/soaking. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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