as in potable
suitable for drinking
technically, that cheap stuff may be wine, but it's hardly drinkable
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Recent Examples of drinkable
Charlotte Slovin, ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
Once known for only a handful of drinkable wines, Armenia now produces more than 500 native grape varieties.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2024
One day, astronauts may be able to make Moon water drinkable.
—Thomas Orlando, Discover Magazine, 9 Aug. 2024
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Adjective
According to a study published in Communications Earth & Environment, climate change is making access to drinkable water more difficult in the United States.
—Charlotte Slovin, ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
Once known for only a handful of drinkable wines, Armenia now produces more than 500 native grape varieties.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Noun
Bourbon was aged for 19 years and three months, which Bhakta himself admits is pretty old for a bourbon, possibly teetering on the edge of drinkable.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2024
One day, astronauts may be able to make Moon water drinkable.
—Thomas Orlando, Discover Magazine, 9 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinkable
Adjective
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For their first 8½ hours in orbit, the crew is tasked with testing out the Orion capsule’s various systems, including the potable water dispenser, the toilet and the air quality control system.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
2 Apr. 2026
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The hose to the mop sink faucet was found improperly connected, creating potential cross-contamination between mop water and potable water.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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According to the brand, the 40-ounce bottle keeps drinks cold for up to 34 hours and hot for up to 12 hours.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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Fresh mint and crushed ice combine with the spirit in a drink that radiates spring.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Interiors are modern and clean, with a focus on floor-to-ceiling windows that maximize the far-reaching views from every part of the villa.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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At the home, on West First Avenue in Hialeah, rooms were well-furnished, clean and tidy.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The agreement makes the alcoholic beverage available for purchase inside of LAFC’s home venue, while the company also plans on participating in stadium activations and off-site retail promotions across Southern California.—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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On the latest episode of Fortune’s Titans and Disruptors of Industry podcast, Bastian opened up about how the food and beverage conglomerate didn’t just shape his own rise to the C-suite, but has quietly done the same for a generation of business leaders.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Breakfast with thick waffles or puffy omelets come with housemade fresh cinnamon rolls the size of a baseball, drizzled with icing.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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Across the Charlotte area, more than two dozen markets are offering fresh produce, baked goods, flowers and more, all while supporting local growers and makers.—
Evan Moore
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Drinkable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinkable. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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