SOAK IN

а. особ. ам. (постепенно) усваиваться (о мысли и т. п.) The chairman waited until his suggestion had time to soak in before inviting the committee's opinions. б. замачивать (белье и т. п.) If the clothes are very dirty, soak them in soapy water overnight. в. погрузиться, с головой уйти (во что-л.) Only by soaking yourself in the details can you gain a thorough understanding of the subject.