steep in
phrasal verb
steeped in; steeping in; steeps in
1
: to make (someone) know and understand a lot about (something)
Prior to his trip, he spent a few weeks steeping himself in the language.
—often used as (be) steeped inShe was steeped in the classics.
2
—used as (be) steeped in to say that there is a lot of something associated with a place, time, etc.
an area steeped in history
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The hotel is steeped in charm and character, featuring classic cars out front, mojitos and music poolside, and custom murals throughout - making each stay a welcome escape from reality.
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Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Clark’s songwriting and vocal arrangements were fresh and exciting, steeped in the R&B and jazz influences her mother had once fretted about.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 14 Nov. 2024
Something about the pairing of energies with dialogue that feels both recognizably tailored to a mass American TV audience and steeped in its own signature language flair.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2024
It's called the 4B movement, and its surge in popularity in recent days seems to indicate women's desire to push back against the electorate's decision to opt for Trump, whose history with women is steeped in controversy.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 9 Nov. 2024
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Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Clark’s songwriting and vocal arrangements were fresh and exciting, steeped in the R&B and jazz influences her mother had once fretted about.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 14 Nov. 2024
Something about the pairing of energies with dialogue that feels both recognizably tailored to a mass American TV audience and steeped in its own signature language flair.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2024
It's called the 4B movement, and its surge in popularity in recent days seems to indicate women's desire to push back against the electorate's decision to opt for Trump, whose history with women is steeped in controversy.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 9 Nov. 2024
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“Steep in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/steep%20in. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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