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Definitions

soak

[sohk] / soʊk /
VERB
drench, wet
Synonyms
STRONGEST
absorb bathe dip drink drown flood immerse marinate moisten penetrate saturate soften steep submerge wash
STRONG
damp dunk imbrue impregnate infiltrate infuse macerate merge percolate permeate seethe sop souse water
WEAK
immerge pour into pour on waterlog
Antonyms
STRONGEST
dehydrate dry

Example Sentences

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Southampton City Council regulates the maximum fares for licensed hackney carriage vehicles within the city boundary, which means drivers have to "bite the bullet" and soak up those increased costs, McMillan said.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Multiple outdoor dining areas provide the perfect place to soak up the California sun.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

He’s tried to soak up as much as he can from the veteran stars he’s been able to spend time with.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

Soccer’s signature event feels like a competition to soak fans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

She uses the bread to soak up the last of the meat juices and catch the little pieces of sauerkraut.

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle