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adjective

as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water the fisherman couldn't wait to take off his soaking socks

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soaking

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noun

as in gouging

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soaking

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verb

present participle of soak
1
as in saturating
to wet thoroughly with liquid we ran for home as soon as the rain started, but our clothes still ended up soaked

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2
as in stinging
to charge (someone) too much for goods or services a merchant who soaks the tourists every summer

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3
as in wetting
to make wet that downpour soaked my hair, and now I look like a sight

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4
as in drinking
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages depressed about his love life, he repaired to a bar to soak

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Recent Examples of soaking
Adjective
Pre-soaking socks in baking soda, vinegar, or oxygen bleach removes stains and brightens whites. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 July 2026
Noun
Additional amenities at the home that the star added through structural projects include the spacious soaking tub and extensive primary bedroom closet. — Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026 The expansive primary bathroom is a destination unto itself, designed as a serene retreat with two generous walk-in closets, dual showers and water closets, and a luxurious soaking tub. — Noe Padilla, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 The marble bathroom’s been updated with all-white finishes and a Kohler soaking tub. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 24 Aug. 2026 There’s also a steam room, outdoor soaking areas, a sauna, and lounge spaces. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026 Yes, the milk soaking method can be applied to other types of fish with fatty acids, like cod or haddock, which might also have a fishy odor. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2026 The primary suite’s bath includes a deep soaking tub and a beach-stone shower, while the two guest bedrooms each have their own en-suite bathrooms. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026 There’s a roll-top bathtub for evening soaking, while two separate sitting rooms (one with a mud room, the other a private drinking room) keep the antique furniture and board games close at hand. — Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 6 Aug. 2026 The first is at Orvis Hot Springs, a clothing-optional resort in Ridgway with natural hot spring soaking pools, plus a dry sauna and a cold plunge pond off to the side, framed by the San Juan Mountains. — Winston Ross, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Verb
Excess moisture is the biggest concern, so avoid soaking the surface and dry it thoroughly after cleaning. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2026 Upstairs, the primary suite flaunts a projector, large walk-in closets, and a skylit bath spotlighted by a huge oval soaking tub. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2026 The primary suite includes a large bathroom with two walk-in closets, dual showers, separate water closets and a soaking tub, while the outdoor amenities include a cold plunge and hot tub. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026 Other details include that the primary suite includes a large bathroom with two walk-in closets, dual showers, separate water closets and a soaking tub, while the outdoor amenities include a cold plunge and hot tub. — David Caraccio, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2026 This bedroom’s luxurious bath features beautiful tile, two sinks, each with its own vanity, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a separate room for the commode. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026 That becomes particularly dangerous in cities, where roads, parking lots and buildings prevent rain from soaking into the ground. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026 The unusually hot British summer has made the challenge even more demanding, resulting in Jackson soaking his clothes in cold water every morning to keep cool. — Rob Tanner, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 Inside, two oversized master bedrooms sit on opposite sides of an infinity pool facing the Sayan Ridge, each with its own terrace, soaking tub, and dressing room; a third bedroom for kids has an antique Balinese daybed and its own bathroom. — Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaking
  1. dripping
  2. gouging
  3. saturating
  4. stinging
  5. wetting
  6. drinking
  7. saturated
  8. overcharging
Adjective
  • The 59-year-old actress kept the summer vibes going at the Practical Magic 2 premiere on August 26, shimmering from head to toe in a seafoam green sequin gown that was dripping in pearls and gold chains.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The man in black is wracked and choking, mangling the words, eyes dripping.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of dripping
Noun
  • Other advantages include the fact that ownership of compute may reduce dependency on price fluctuations and gouging.
    — Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • But the buildup to America’s first time hosting the World Cup since 1994 has been nonstop controversy, from exorbitant ticket cost and price-gouging for public transportation to our country’s far-right immigration policies scaring away many would-be visitors.
    — Greg Cote June 10, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026
Definition of gouging
Verb
  • That creates an important exception for government agencies that test drugs and send out regular reports on what adulterants are saturating the drug supply in certain locations.
    — Scott Maucione, NPR, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Spray it onto a microfiber cloth and wipe your floors to avoid over-saturating them.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 31 July 2026
Definition of saturating
Verb
  • The bugs, particularly ticks, ants, mosquitoes and stinging insects, are going to take full advantage thanks to warmer temperatures, according to the National Pest Management Associations (NPMA)'s biannual Bug Barometer®.
    — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The breakthrough clue was its cnidocysts, specialized cells found in invertebrates such as jellyfish and corals that contain their stinging bits.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of stinging
Verb
  • Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively.
    — Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • For best results, water deeply at the base of the plant, allowing moisture to soak into the root zone rather than wetting the foliage, says Kelly Funk, president and CEO of Jackson & Perkins.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of wetting
Verb
  • Being the sober friend has never meant judging anyone else for drinking.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Indigenous people in the region have used yaupon holly in tea since well before the rise of Etowah (and someone is probably drinking some right now).
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of drinking
Adjective
  • From unexpected combinations to pops of saturated accessories, this season is all about self-expression and letting color lead the way.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
  • High-frequency brand campaigns in saturated markets remain notoriously difficult to isolate cleanly on a short cadence.
    — Tobin Thomas, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of saturated
Noun
  • Tourists should also be aware of overcharging and scams from aggressive vendors.
    — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
  • Dish only had to agree to stop overcharging subscribers.
    — Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Definition of overcharging

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“Soaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soaking. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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