the drink
noun
old-fashioned
: an area of water (such as a lake or pond)
The ball rolled down the hill and into the drink.
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For shoppers comparing the field, the differences come down to fiber content, sweetener type, juice percentage and how closely the drink mimics traditional soda versus a fruit-forward functional beverage.
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Kansas City Star, 5 May 2026
In an April 27th post, one Reddit user shared their frustration upon discovering their local McDonald's had removed the drink station and condiments from the restaurant's lobby, complete with a photo of the new austere aesthetic.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 4 May 2026
With a fairly small amount of surface area, the drink keeps its carbonation longer than wide-mouthed glasses.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
Layer loose ice on top, with a splash of bourbon to settle the drink.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 1 May 2026
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Kansas City Star, 5 May 2026
In an April 27th post, one Reddit user shared their frustration upon discovering their local McDonald's had removed the drink station and condiments from the restaurant's lobby, complete with a photo of the new austere aesthetic.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 4 May 2026
With a fairly small amount of surface area, the drink keeps its carbonation longer than wide-mouthed glasses.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
Layer loose ice on top, with a splash of bourbon to settle the drink.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 1 May 2026
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“The drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20drink. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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