libations

Definition of libationsnext
plural of libation
as in beverages
a liquid suitable for drinking a variety of libations will be available at the wedding reception

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Recent Examples of libations Another handful of floors up is Lennon’s, a cocktail bar with libations named after 20th-century hits. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026 Still, the rich history behind the day of laughter and libations remains behind the surge of shamrocks and drunken shanties. Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026 Throughout the evening, including the pre-Oscars reception, nearly 20,000 glasses of specialty cocktails, Champagne and other libations were poured. Brittany Levine Beckman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026 The event also features libations and delicious bites from local vendors and restaurants, and an opportunity drawing, a news release stated. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026 The three-course dinner includes specialty libations courtesy of Teeling Irish Whiskey. Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 5 Mar. 2026 For libations, the pub serves draft Guinness (non-alcoholic Guinness bottles are available too), Irish ales, wine and other staple beers. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Feb. 2026 This buzzing indoor-outdoor spot at the heart of the resort is the most convenient place to grab post-ski libations and barbecue. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026 When the temperature is right, enjoy lunch at the patio bar, where the best of the restaurant and the wine shop converge for a standout meal paired with quality libations. Usa Today Network, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for libations
Noun
  • The change wouldn’t save Colorado money in the short term, because recipients would still get the same amount to spend on other foods and beverages.
    Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
  • People can't bring any glass bottles, cans or alcoholic beverages.
    Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The festival food court will have offerings including sushi, gyoza, mochi, teriyaki chicken bowls, bento boxes and shave ice, with iced coffee, boba drinks, beer, sake, plum wine, sodas and lemonade to wash it all down.
    Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Even behind the bar, drinks are made using desert plants, with the notable exclusion of citrus fruits.
    John Leos, AZCentral.com, 29 Mar. 2026

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“Libations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/libations. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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