as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
an autopsy found a lethal cocktail of banned substances in the actor's body
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Recent Examples of cocktail
Guests can order craft cocktails at the circular bar, and for those who indulge, there’s a small, clandestine cigar room just off the entrance.
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John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025
On warm evenings, sip a cocktail on the open-air terrace before enjoying an elegant meal prepared by the Executive Chef.
—Bonjour Québec, AFAR Media, 22 Apr. 2025
Turquoise waters and swaying palms, gentle breezes and sunset cocktails—few places on Earth inspire tranquility quite like the Caribbean.
From Aruba to Antigua, Belize to the Bahamas, the region has an irresistible charm that has drawn tourists and escape-seekers for decades.
—Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The hot tub in said stand isn’t open, sadly, but its ground floor is, for people to buy lager, ice cream, coffee, tacos, cocktails and, of course, Pimms.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025
On warm evenings, sip a cocktail on the open-air terrace before enjoying an elegant meal prepared by the Executive Chef.
—Bonjour Québec, AFAR Media, 22 Apr. 2025
Turquoise waters and swaying palms, gentle breezes and sunset cocktails—few places on Earth inspire tranquility quite like the Caribbean.
From Aruba to Antigua, Belize to the Bahamas, the region has an irresistible charm that has drawn tourists and escape-seekers for decades.
—Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The hot tub in said stand isn’t open, sadly, but its ground floor is, for people to buy lager, ice cream, coffee, tacos, cocktails and, of course, Pimms.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocktail
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Talking with a mixture of focus and intensity in his face, James looked at the practice court and was asked if the necessary ingredients to win him a fifth NBA championship were in the room.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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Once the mixture is combined, stop the blender and scrape down the sides if necessary. 4.—
Elizabeth Karmel,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Guests can choose from two-to-nine-bedroom units that feel like a mix between Airbnbs, timeshares and a traditional resort.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Still, the Giants have a mix of homegrown players and long-term fixtures.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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With a menu designed to have something for everyone, Angry Ale’s has classic bar bites and a blend of comfort food with elevated, high quality dishes — including its fry lineup.—
Chyna Blackmon,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2025
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This stunning park features a blend of serene coastline, dramatic rock outcroppings, a deep gorge, and a river lined with towering redwoods.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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Then again, each generation’s Times Square is different from the next, though all are some amalgam of the tawdry and the brilliant, of decay and glitter.—
Frank Rich,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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Convey, at its core, is an amalgam of all these endeavors.—
Laura May Todd,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Samarium Samarium-cobalt alloys are on a US list of critical metals for potential stockpiling.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Related Articles The standout element is Omega’s proprietary Bronze Gold alloy, composed of 37.5 percent gold, copper, palladium and silver.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2025
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And This is 40 captures such an amalgamation perfectly.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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This terrifying amalgamation of Sue and Elisabeth takes the stage at the New Year's Eve show, where it is ridiculed by the audience.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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Within a three-day visit, there is an 88 percent chance of experiencing the aurora borealis, thanks to a combination of Abisko’s remote location, minimal light pollution, and unique microclimate.—
Carinne Geil Botta,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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Use the lemony dressing for any combination of pasta and vegetables for dinner all summer.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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At the dawn of the new millennium, Nortec Collective transformed the traditional sounds of northern Mexico into something entirely unheard of — a fusion of regional Mexican and electronic music that redefined a generation.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
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The fusion reaction that would take place in Sunbirds is different from that currently being studied for energy generation on Earth, according to Live Science.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Cocktail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocktail. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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