drench
verb (used with object)
to wet thoroughly; soak.
drenched
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past participleof drench.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof drench.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
drenchverb (used with object)to wet thoroughly; soak.
Example Sentences
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Now, “Luna” is tender and otherworldly, drenched in the high drama and glamour that San Cha so loves.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
Shirtless and drenched in sweat on his treadmill, Lula runs.
From Barron's ● Aug. 2, 2026
Rowsell even has a mid-set costume change, going from pristine white hotpants to an all-black outfit, drenched in cold water to battle the searing summer heat.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
Soft pieces of bread are drenched in a buttery mixture of Dijon mustard, brown sugar and Worcestershire before being baked into a golden, shareable centerpiece.
From Salon ● Jun. 22, 2026
A voice she recognizes even before she turns to find Marco standing behind her, completely drenched in rain, droplets cascading from the brim of his bowler hat.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
