Water down, say

As a detective facing the challenging crossword clue ‘Water down, say‘, my mind immediately thinks of potential synonyms associated with diluting a liquid. I can visualize adding water to a liquid, such as alcohol or juice, to create a more diluted version. However, the term ‘water down‘ suggests something more specific, like soaking a solid in water to dilute it. My broader experience with language and problem-solving skills then come into play, and I start to consider synonyms related to soaking. Suddenly, the word ‘SOAK‘ springs to mind, and it all makes sense. Soaking something in water certainly dilutes it, making it weaker and less dense. Overall, my investigative skills, analytical thinking, and broad knowledge base allowed me to piece together the answer to the challenging crossword clue and solve the mystery with ease.