as in liquors
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
she blamed John Barleycorn for the breakdown of their marriage
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Noun
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Ethanol, the type of alcohol in spirits, has a much lower freezing point than water, meaning high-proof liquors remain liquid even at subzero temperatures.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026 -
Most alcohol is included, so bars like Crystal Cove off the Atrium, the Starlight Club cabaret, pub-style Avenue Saloon, Connoisseur Club cigar bar, and Luxe Night Club are also included, unless guests want top-shelf wines or liquors, which are also available.—
Scott Laird,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There will also be frozen cocktails and shareable drinks like Spill the Tea, a punch with vodka, nigori sake, lychee, jasmine and citrus.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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The dispenser has two separate water lines leading into the crew module, allowing the rehydration of food, making drinks and maintaining crew hydration.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2026
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Diarrhea Limit foods and beverages that contain sugar alcohols, high-fructose corn syrup and lactose, which might make diarrhea worse.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Even if a fragrance features those winning base notes that Morgan outlined, a formulation that relies heavily on synthetics or alcohols may be a red flag for smelling cheap.—
Alexis Berger,
StyleCaster,
16 Mar. 2026
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Eco effort No plastic bottles of water nor tiny beauty amenities in-room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Clase Azul, of course, is known for its ultra-premium tequilas (and the striking bottles that hold its spirits); now the brand is taking you on an exclusive journey through its lineup just in time for the warmer weather.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Apr. 2026
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Ancient Mayans later believed cenotes were sacred portals to the underworld, where gods and spirits dwelled.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Apr. 2026
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Ancient Mayans believed cenotes were sacred portals to the underworld, where gods and spirits dwelled.—
Ryan Brennan
April 4,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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