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soaking

  • present participle of soak.
  • a word derived from soak.

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Lately, I’ve spent more time in the U.S. and I’ve been soaking up more English music.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 20, 2026

I’m not here for the World Cup but am soaking in all the hoopla ahead of Saturday’s quarterfinal match between England and Norway.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

Herman walked the last half-mile to the airport, where he saw water from iced-over pipes soaking the crime scene.

From Slate Jul. 7, 2026

The primary bathroom boasts a glass-enclosed shower, a large soaking tub, and a double vanity.

From MarketWatch Jul. 2, 2026

The three cups contained dried blackberries, huckleberries, and raspberries, all separately soaking in warm water.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el