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Guests sipped martinis on the couch, while those on the dance floor opted for the more dance-friendly tequila soda.—Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 15 Feb. 2026 Don’t miss the martini trolley at the Curtain Club cocktail bar.—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026 The cafe sells a variety of hot and cold beverages, non-alcoholic and alcoholic, from coffee and tea drinks to martinis, smoothies, wines and more.—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 11 Feb. 2026 In addition, diners can enjoy not only classic margaritas but also cold martinis and other classics.—Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for martini
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Etymology
probably alteration of Martinez (cocktail), from the name Martinez