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as in sips
to swallow in liquid form
the doctor wants her to drink lots of water before the examination
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as in boozes
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages
we're worried that she's started drinking again
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as in liquors
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
you can get drinks at the bar only if you show them a valid ID
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Recent Examples of drinks
Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
But beyond water and alcohol, Finland absolutely has non-alcoholic sauna drinks too, a lot of saunaing is obviously done without a drop of alcohol.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Dinner and drinks Much of Stapp’s testimony Thursday focused on Newton Jones’ expenditures.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026
Researchers have linked microplastics in tea bags, coffee pods, tap water and heated plastic containers to billions of particles entering food and drinks people consume daily.
—Ryan Brennan
may 11, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026
How will drinks work without the self-service soda machines?
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
Beyond sandwiches, other offerings include tiramisu, meat and cheese boards, and drinks like aperol spritz.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Decided to become a breatharian (someone who eats light and drinks air instead of food).
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The rooftop’s decor and drinks change with the season for an ever-evolving experience.
—Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
When this happens, passengers are asked to dump their drinks out in a dedicated dumping facility or throw the whole thing away into a trash can.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
The Juneteenth recipes below span smoky mains, fresh sides, red drinks, and celebratory desserts—all made for gathering with family and friends.
—Nicole A. Taylor, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 May 2026
With one place for pre-dinner drinks, another for the main event, and a relaxed spot for a post-dinner wind down, your guests will feel more than welcome and at ease in any part of your backyard.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 17 May 2026
In 2026, the best places to drink beer offer more than just great drinks.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
During matches, neighborhood restaurants and bars will become hubs for fans, serving national dishes and drinks for those visiting who miss the tastes of home.
—Jeffrey Lefrancois, New York Daily News, 16 May 2026
Prices for drinks range from $3 to $8.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2026
Left Arrow Right Arrow Want two large pizzas and drinks at your door in just over four minutes?
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Verb
That just reminded me of who else comes over and drinks with me.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
But beyond water and alcohol, Finland absolutely has non-alcoholic sauna drinks too, a lot of saunaing is obviously done without a drop of alcohol.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Dinner and drinks Much of Stapp’s testimony Thursday focused on Newton Jones’ expenditures.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026
Researchers have linked microplastics in tea bags, coffee pods, tap water and heated plastic containers to billions of particles entering food and drinks people consume daily.
—Ryan Brennan
may 11, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026
How will drinks work without the self-service soda machines?
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
Beyond sandwiches, other offerings include tiramisu, meat and cheese boards, and drinks like aperol spritz.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Decided to become a breatharian (someone who eats light and drinks air instead of food).
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The rooftop’s decor and drinks change with the season for an ever-evolving experience.
—Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
Neighbors Café, a breakfast and lunch counter spot, skews healthy with wellness drinks like a supershroom latte, fresh juices and smoothies, and overnight oats (there are also tasty pastries and breakfast sandwiches).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
When this happens, passengers are asked to dump their drinks out in a dedicated dumping facility or throw the whole thing away into a trash can.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
The Juneteenth recipes below span smoky mains, fresh sides, red drinks, and celebratory desserts—all made for gathering with family and friends.
—Nicole A. Taylor, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 May 2026
With one place for pre-dinner drinks, another for the main event, and a relaxed spot for a post-dinner wind down, your guests will feel more than welcome and at ease in any part of your backyard.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 17 May 2026
In 2026, the best places to drink beer offer more than just great drinks.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
During matches, neighborhood restaurants and bars will become hubs for fans, serving national dishes and drinks for those visiting who miss the tastes of home.
—Jeffrey Lefrancois, New York Daily News, 16 May 2026
Prices for drinks range from $3 to $8.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2026
Left Arrow Right Arrow Want two large pizzas and drinks at your door in just over four minutes?
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks
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Group support Wrapped in a fleece jacket, Sarah sips white wine from a stemmed glass.—
Gerald Witt,
AJC.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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Nasser adds a spoonful to her chia cherry water recipe and sips the fiber-rich drink slowly during the evenings.—
Devinder Bains,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This particular pair has a thick sole that absorbs impact on different terrains, plus a comfy sockliner to prevent blisters.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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The material absorbs 70% more moisture than cotton to help keep you cool and dry.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
Noun
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These beverages can spike blood sugar due to their low fiber and high sugar content.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
15 May 2026
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While premium labels and their requisite price tags have kept total revenue for the industry up, consumers in general are drinking less, and this new report says the cost of wine relative to other alcoholic beverages is hurting sales volume overall.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
Noun
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But in 2019, the group started to tighten the energy efficiency standard in gulps.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Iraqis breathed a few gulps of freedom before secular warfare between Sunni and Shia militias began tearing the country apart.—
Nolan Finley,
Twin Cities,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Certain American liquors are not affected by tariffs.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
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Across the property, robust cocktail and mocktail menus showcase fresh fruits and local liquors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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So bad that no transaction based on similar terms, where minnow swallows the whale for a king’s ransom, could happen again, or even be floated, right?—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
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As the ocean swallows her fishing village on Mexico’s Gulf Coast, one woman leads the effort to relocate her community while struggling to let go of the sea that shaped her life.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
Noun
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This broke the solid waste into soluble monomers and alcohols that later served as hydrogen donors in the reaction.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 May 2026
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Sugar alcohols, such as xylitol and erythritol, also have the potential to raise blood sugar, which can be an issue for those with diabetes.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This is important – just think about the difference between a smartphone that sits in your pocket, and a pair of glasses that automatically imbibes all of the information from your field of vision, every moment of every day.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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“Drinks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinks. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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