sink in

verb

sank in or sunk in; sunk in; sinking in; sinks in
: to become completely known, felt, or understood
I had to tell him what to do over and over before it finally sank in.
The fact that she's left me still hasn't really sunk in.

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Many candidates endorsed by the Democratic Socialists of America have defeated more moderate Democrats in primaries this campaign cycle, and the GOP has sought to capitalize on the Democrats' leftward shift as their own brand sinks in the polls. — Garrett Downs, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026 The catamaran, carrying 267 passengers and crew from Kyrenia to Turkey, sank in waters over 1,600 feet deep as survivors described loud bangs, sudden listing and passengers trapped inside. — Andrew Wilks, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026 But as the enormity of the loss sank in, Strahan realized that sports and teams that people love would play a huge role in moving the country forward. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 31 Aug. 2026 At the top end, suites are spacious and cheerfully appointed, with smartly outfitted living rooms, double sinks in the bathrooms, robes, and patterned ceramics. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sink in

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