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percolate

verb

/ˈpɜːrkəleɪt/

Meaning

To filter gradually through a porous surface or substance; to spread slowly.

The rainwater percolated through the soil into the groundwater.

percolate through

filter, seep, trickle, infiltrate, penetrate

block, stop, clog

percolate through, percolate slowly, percolate coffee

to stop the flow of blood or liquid from a wound or source

To restrain, suppress, or keep under control, especially emotions or desires.

to completely remove or destroy something unwanted

to shock or excite someone into taking action; to coat iron or steel with a protective layer of zinc

to give someone the courage or confidence to do something

to think about something again, especially to change a decision or opinion