soak

Example Sentences

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Once they’re well roasted, transfer the lentils to a bowl and soak in two cups of water.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

With less of a regulatory nudge, companies can soak up round after round of funding from investors looking for exponential returns.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Fox’s “Baywatch” reboot will also film in Los Angeles to soak in the well-known beach locations of Venice and Santa Monica.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

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

Every hour I soak one of my father’s handkerchiefs with that and rub his back, chest, arms, neck, and forehead.

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien