nectar

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Recent Examples of nectar Wild Nectar Santal is rich and creamy, with top notes of neroli and cardamom, a heart of lily of the valley and nectar, and a base of cedarwood and Madagascar vanilla. Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 An enzyme called glucose oxidase, which bees add to nectar, turns glucose into gluconic acid and hydrogen peroxide when the honey is diluted (for example, by wound moisture or saliva). New Atlas, 29 June 2025 Hummingbirds need nectar and hydration to nourish them after their long journey. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2025 By cultivating a rich environment with varied flowers and nectar sources, ladybugs will find a nurturing home. Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for nectar
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nectar
Noun
  • Hot food, beverages and ice cream will be available for purchase at The Lookout at Lake Poway.
    Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2025
  • This series covers food and beverages, personal care, beauty, household care, home goods, baby and kids, pets and so much more.
    Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
Noun
  • If negotiations work out with the building’s landlord – and pending approval of a liquor license from the city of Denver – Skinner and Music City owners Sam and Jordan Graf, who are brothers, hope to turn the spot into a fully functioning bar and restaurant of their own.
    Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 17 July 2025
  • The 56-year-old Watertown Democrat admitted that prosecutors had enough evidence to prove their case charging him with operating a vehicle under the influence of liquor and leaving the scene of property damage.
    Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 17 July 2025
Noun
  • Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which can dehydrate you.
    Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 24 July 2025
  • The cafe aims to provide a relaxing environment without caffeine or alcohol.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 23 July 2025
Noun
  • However, there is also a bartender ready to craft the perfect libation for aperitivo hour by the campfire.
    Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2025
  • There will also be libations from Gem x and Sparkling Pointe Vineyards & Winery.
    Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 23 July 2025
Noun
  • The coffee shops offer a variety of atmospheres and specialty drinks.
    Molly Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 29 July 2025
  • Their go-to picks include easy handheld items like mandarins, veggie chips, yogurt drinks, Babybel cheese and string cheese snacks that travel well between sports, dance and days at the pool.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 28 July 2025
Noun
  • Don’t skip the cold brew, which is gently sweetened with maple syrup.
    Khushbu Shah, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 July 2025
  • Best brew: Front-of-house manager Sunny Yarborough said customers like the blueberry lavender latte for $6.
    Molly Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 29 July 2025

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“Nectar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nectar. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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