as in drinks
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
he's been known to partake of strong drink now and then
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Recent Examples of strong drinks
Saturday-Sunday This Mexican restaurant in Clearfork is known for its brisket tacos and strong drinks – their froze with rose and vodka has a two drink limit.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026
There’s a pool table, a crowd that feels like a group of steady regulars, strong drinks and cheap beers.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Nov. 2025
This charming, historic pub, named for the year the land was first settled, offers a cozy retreat blending history with great food, strong drinks, and warm hospitality.
—Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Where to après, eat, and drink For après in Whistler Village, hit Garibaldi Lift Company Bar and Grill (or GLC, as it's known to locals) for views of the mountain along with blankets and heat lamps to keep you warm, strong drinks, and some very tasty eats.
—Brent Rose, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2022
Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026
There’s a pool table, a crowd that feels like a group of steady regulars, strong drinks and cheap beers.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Nov. 2025
This charming, historic pub, named for the year the land was first settled, offers a cozy retreat blending history with great food, strong drinks, and warm hospitality.
—Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Where to après, eat, and drink For après in Whistler Village, hit Garibaldi Lift Company Bar and Grill (or GLC, as it's known to locals) for views of the mountain along with blankets and heat lamps to keep you warm, strong drinks, and some very tasty eats.
—Brent Rose, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strong drinks
Noun
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Ahead, nutrition experts discuss the best fruits to eat for protein, offering suggestions for adding these sweet sensations to drinks and dishes.—
Randi Gollin,
Martha Stewart,
14 June 2026
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Seeing the tourist sights in Boston Visitors have spent their time enjoying the city's atmosphere, hot weather, drinks and local food, while also taking in some of Boston's most famous attractions.—
Aaron Parseghian,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Bootleggers smuggling various liquors like whiskey and gin found that the soft drink was particularly good at making these spirits easier to drink.—
Andrea Romano,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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Stay Zero Proof, located in Chinatown, doubles as a lounge and retail space — visitors can order from a menu of mocktails or browse a wide selection of non-alcoholic liquors and wines to sip or take home.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
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Some common culprits include harsh sulfates, which can strip natural oils; high concentrations of drying alcohols; overly aggressive exfoliating acids; and fragrance, especially for sensitive or reactive skin types.—
Kieaundria Bellamy,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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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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Workers repairing a ha-ha, a ditch traditionally used to contain livestock without interrupting the view across an estate, uncovered a tunnel entrance, along with Tudor-era artifacts including pottery, bones, and glass bottles.—
Anne Doran,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
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Remember to wash and sterilize any bottles, scoops, or mixing containers by running them through the dishwasher or using hot soapy water.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
15 June 2026
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The railroad got cut to maximize walking spaces while the Haunted Mansion was removed out of respect for Chinese cultural sensitivities regarding death and spirits.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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For more than 48 hours, captain Lillian Zulu had been trying to keep her squad's spirits high despite mounting obstacles.—
Ryan Lenora Brown,
NPR,
14 June 2026
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“Strong drinks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strong%20drinks. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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