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

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For one night, though, Spoelstra wanted his team to soak in the moment and not look too far ahead. Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2025 Stroll the 1,500-foot walkway and soak in gorgeous, uninterrupted views of the sea and sky. Staff Author, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025 Guests soaking in the grotto’s hot tub can press a button and get a glass of Champagne delivered. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025 In the upcoming series, the Conclave star explores the cuisine each area is known for and dives deep into the rich culture and history of the regions while soaking in the breathtaking views along the way. Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for soak in

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“Soak in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soak%20in. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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