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as in to drink
to drink wine or give wine to (another person) to drink
wined and dined her clients in hopes of closing the deal
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Recent Examples of wine
Tori Latham, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
The Gospel of John states that Jesus turned water into wine during a wedding in the village.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
Lela London, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
When Forbes Travel Guide visited the Shoal Bay sanctuary recently, we were wined, wowed and whisked about like a rock star.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024
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Noun
Here, several distinct sitting areas seem ideal for kicking back with some wine—the entire growing process visible from just beyond the rim of your glass.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
The Gospel of John states that Jesus turned water into wine during a wedding in the village.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
Verb
During the last major tariff scare in 2019, when the Trump administration imposed a 25% tax on French, Spanish, UK and German still wines under 14% alcohol, importers were forced to eat costs or pull shipments entirely.
—Lela London, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
When Forbes Travel Guide visited the Shoal Bay sanctuary recently, we were wined, wowed and whisked about like a rock star.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wine
Noun
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But in the last decade or so, Americans have come around to the herbaceous charms of these fortified wines—in spritzes, on the rocks—and liquor store shelves are beginning to reflect the kaleidoscopic range the category has to offer.—
Amiel Stanek,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 June 2025
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According to a press release from California Lottery shared on Tuesday, June 10, the California residents ordered a pizza and popped into a nearby liquor store to break a large bill to leave a tip.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
11 June 2025
Verb
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This advisory is in effect until Monday at 11 p.m. During heat waves, consider the following tips from the NWS Stay hydrated: Make sure to drink plenty of fluids.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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Fafara went to live with his sister but continued to drink and use narcotics.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Substance use disorders are not specific to drug use and can also include a patient's relationship with alcohol, tobacco and even medications.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Real paint thinner is a solvent used for thinning and removing paint and is typically made of alcohols, esters, petroleum products, organic solvents, and ketones, but the specific makeup varies from brand to brand.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Both the blanco and the reposado are ideal for sipping as well as mixing.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
3 June 2025
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Visit the sprawling estates of the island's interior to sip some of the world's best coffee amidst the untouched expanses of the Blue Mountains.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Joel ingested the entire bottle and was in a coma for days.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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The area’s newest boutique is like stepping into a genie’s bottle — if the genie had impeccable taste and a deep love for legacy designers, funky jewelry, and original art.—
Emiene Wright,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Or sip mead cocktails at the Haynes Homestead and the Honey Lounge, which also serves up cheese platters, housemade sourdough bread and weekly lunch specials.—
Laura Kiniry,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 June 2025
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Guests can feast like a Viking and enjoy a savory menu featuring a variety of meats, fish, sandwiches and more, along with a collection of meads and ciders.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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For so long, among an army of foes, cocaine led the charge, but, in time, so did the booze.—
Brendan Quinn,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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The next day, the FWC found 61 empty booze bottles and cans on the boat, which had been carrying 12 underage girls.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Several hundred rum entries were evaluated at the 2025 SFWSC, and 18 of those rums, all Double Gold winners, are in the final round, contending for the best rum expression in their respective category and the crowning achievement of World’s Best Rum.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Barbados Surf, sunshine, rum punch—there are many reasons why travelers frequent the Caribbean, but unfortunately LGBTQ rights have not historically been one of them.—
Todd Plummer,
AFAR Media,
3 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Wine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wine. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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