Question 1

What does "sink in" mean?

Accepted Answer

Of information or a fact, to be gradually and fully understood after first being heard.

Question 2

How do you use "sink in" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

It took a few minutes for the news of his promotion to really sink in.

Question 3

Is "sink in" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"sink in" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Almost always used for the process of absorbing news, especially surprising or significant news. Very common in everyday English. Often appears in the construction 'it hasn't sunk in yet' or 'let it sink in'. Used in both British and American English.

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