as in alcoholic
a person who makes a habit of getting drunk
felt sorry for the town soak, who couldn't hold a job
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as in to saturate
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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as in to wet
to make wet
that downpour soaked my hair, and now I look like a sight
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as in to drink
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 soak
Yukari Sakamoto, AFAR Media, 27 May 2025
To continue on this casita’s theme of relaxation, there’s also a huge outdoor tub where guests can enjoy a serene soak, watching the stars turn above the hilly landscape.
—Kimberley Mok, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2025
Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 16 July 2025
Once soaked, these small, black seeds take on a gelatinous texture.
—Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 16 July 2025
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Noun
There’s also a private bath on site that guests can reserve for a more luxurious soak.
—Yukari Sakamoto, AFAR Media, 27 May 2025
To continue on this casita’s theme of relaxation, there’s also a huge outdoor tub where guests can enjoy a serene soak, watching the stars turn above the hilly landscape.
—Kimberley Mok, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2025
Verb
When the ground is soaked from frequent rain, the sun’s energy is used first to evaporate the water, rather than warming the ground.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 16 July 2025
Once soaked, these small, black seeds take on a gelatinous texture.
—Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 16 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soak
Noun
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Leonard was an alcoholic whose drinking began in high school.—
Sandra Dallas,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
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Pete’s brother, a former hockey player who misses his glory days, is an alcoholic who cares for the family’s large mink farm.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
15 June 2025
Verb
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The nest must be fully saturated for all wasps to be killed.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
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Nutrition Facts Calories: 222 Protein: 2.22 grams (g) Fat: 22.22 g Carbohydrate: 3.33 g Sugars: 2.22 g Fatty acids (saturated): 21.11 g Sodium: 17 milligrams (mg) Potassium: 278 mg Coconut milk and coconut cream are similar but not the same.—
Julie Marks,
Verywell Health,
18 July 2025
Verb
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Strike the nose of the alligator hard and often, and try to gouge the eyes.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Insider tip: the Lake View rooms in the west wing—specifically floors three through five—deliver a prime panorama without gouging your wallet.—
Paul Jebara,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Traditional evaporators don’t work well in wet weather, but this new material stands up much better to wetting and drying, just like the rainforest birds that inspired it.—
Ian Rose,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 June 2025
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Use a garden hose or power washer to thoroughly wet the rug.—
Karen Grossman,
Southern Living,
24 June 2025
Verb
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Some factors can make drowning more likely, including not knowing how to swim, a lack of close supervision, not wearing a life jacket and drinking alcohol while recreating near or in water.—
Don Sweeney
July 14,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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More Americans now use cannabis daily than drink alcohol every day.1 Public attitudes toward cannabis have shifted dramatically over the past decade, with some perceiving cannabis to be safer than alcohol.—
Fran Kritz,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Finally, our cities should impose stiff civil penalties on bars and valet services who let drunks drive.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2025
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What amazing feats the confidence of the drunk can accomplish.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
27 May 2025
Verb
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Each year, stories of people acting heroically to rescue others from the water turn tragic when the rescuers end up caught in the rip currents and drown.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Truckee police were searching Friday for a possible drowning victim in Donner Lake, said department officials.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
18 July 2025
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The bees became aggressive and stung the man multiple times.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
9 July 2025
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Opting for a two-piece swimsuit in favor of a one-piece could also reduce your chances of getting stung.—
Evan Moore
July 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 July 2025
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“Soak.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soak. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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