- present participle of soak.
soaking
Example Sentences
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The primary suite is one of a kind, featuring a spa-inspired bath, a free-standing soaking tub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a custom floating vanity, all accompanied by a terrace overlooking the garden.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
"We hope that today we can put out the fire in all areas, then carry out soaking so that the fire does not reignite."
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
Sure, Kerr was soaking up his moment of glory, but he was giving something back too.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
Wrap ice packs in a cloth or place them on a tray to avoid condensation soaking bedding or direct cold contact with skin.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
Except before he could get it off, freezing water started to seep up from the ground, soaking his boots.
From "I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964" by Lauren Tarshis
