drenched
Example Sentences
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Rothko collectors tend to pay a premium for his canvases drenched in red—much like sports car enthusiasts—or in other cheery sunset hues.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
On a Tokyo street corner, in the pouring rain, a swelling crowd gathered with drenched placards and sodden flags.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
On many songs, including “American Girls” and “Taste Back,” Mr. Styles sings the first verse or two in a murmuring low register, his voice drenched in reverb.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026
Since Monday, a series of storms has drenched much of California and dumped feet of snow in the Sierra.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026
A voice she recognizes even before she turns to find Marco standing behind her, completely drenched in rain, droplets cascading from the brim of his bowler hat.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
