soft drink

noun

: a usually carbonated nonalcoholic beverage
especially : soda pop

Examples of soft drink in a Sentence

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According to Action Network, the Red Sox entered the 2025 season as the least affordable ticket in the game for a family of four (including four tickets, two beers, two soft drinks, four hot dogs, parking, a souvenir hat, and factoring in a ballpark’s child admission policy). Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 26 Oct. 2025 Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy complimentary beer provided by Fossil Cove Brewery, wine, soft drinks and light snacks. Arkansas Online, 14 Oct. 2025 However, Asahi has been prioritizing orders for food and soft drinks, rather than its alcoholic drinks. Senior Reporter, PC Magazine, 3 Oct. 2025 This small city halfway between Dallas and Austin can also claim the founding of a much more niche soft drink that doesn't have the same national recognition, but that’s become a cult favorite in Texas. Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for soft drink

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of soft drink was in 1843

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“Soft drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soft%20drink. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

soft drink

noun
: a sweet flavored beverage containing no alcohol
especially : soda pop

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