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as in sips
to swallow in liquid form
the doctor wants her to drink lots of water before the examination
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as in boozes
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages
we're worried that she's started drinking again
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as in liquors
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
you can get drinks at the bar only if you show them a valid ID
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Recent Examples of drinks
Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Decided to become a breatharian (someone who eats light and drinks air instead of food).
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The rooftop’s decor and drinks change with the season for an ever-evolving experience.
—Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Passengers can check up to two bags free of charge, stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi, and visit the cafe for meals, snacks, and drinks throughout their journey.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
The other takes place during a flight — Lindsay wiping gunk from the toilet seat and transferring it to the rim of the cup Ashley drinks from.
—Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
In a fit of rage over the expositions made in Lexi's play, Nate drives to a warehouse where Cal drinks with a few of his orgy partners.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
The event will feature sing-alongs, live DJs, photo opportunities and themed food and drinks deals.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
With knee-high boots on a date Shopping sprees, drinks with the girls, a fancy dinner date—no matter what your plans are with friends or your significant other, your jean shorts will take you wherever the day leads.
—India Roby, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026
Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 3 May 2026
But in joining a growing global hunt for ube, whose signature violet hue has taken over social media in drinks, cakes, and other sweets, Cesari realized that the actual root vegetable was much more elusive, particularly in the wake of its recent fame.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
The Lobby Bar serves an elevated cocktail program, a small selection of beer and wine, and a rotating selection of frozen drinks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 May 2026
Familiar drinks like lattes might contain special spices or honey; at Arwa, lattes features the outline of a camel stenciled in spices.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
It's been used in a variety of products, including drinks, pills, powders and tea leaves.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Louisville, Kentucky Kentucky is known for its hospitality and bourbon distilleries, which means solo travelers can find good friends and good drinks while exploring this Southern city.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026
Pair it with palazzo jeans for a ’70s vibe that is perfect when the plans call for dinner and drinks.
—Ángela Belda, Glamour, 26 Apr. 2026
While fewer drinks might typically pressure restaurant margins, Carbone said customers are making up for it by spending more overall on memorable outings.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
Beyond sandwiches, other offerings include tiramisu, meat and cheese boards, and drinks like aperol spritz.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Decided to become a breatharian (someone who eats light and drinks air instead of food).
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The rooftop’s decor and drinks change with the season for an ever-evolving experience.
—Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Passengers can check up to two bags free of charge, stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi, and visit the cafe for meals, snacks, and drinks throughout their journey.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
The other takes place during a flight — Lindsay wiping gunk from the toilet seat and transferring it to the rim of the cup Ashley drinks from.
—Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
In a fit of rage over the expositions made in Lexi's play, Nate drives to a warehouse where Cal drinks with a few of his orgy partners.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
The event will feature sing-alongs, live DJs, photo opportunities and themed food and drinks deals.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
With knee-high boots on a date Shopping sprees, drinks with the girls, a fancy dinner date—no matter what your plans are with friends or your significant other, your jean shorts will take you wherever the day leads.
—India Roby, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026
Noun
Buck’s Coffee Café is a Cashiers gem that serves various types of coffee and espresso drinks, breakfast and lunch, pastries, beer and wine offerings, and small bites.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 3 May 2026
But in joining a growing global hunt for ube, whose signature violet hue has taken over social media in drinks, cakes, and other sweets, Cesari realized that the actual root vegetable was much more elusive, particularly in the wake of its recent fame.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
The Lobby Bar serves an elevated cocktail program, a small selection of beer and wine, and a rotating selection of frozen drinks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 May 2026
Familiar drinks like lattes might contain special spices or honey; at Arwa, lattes features the outline of a camel stenciled in spices.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
It's been used in a variety of products, including drinks, pills, powders and tea leaves.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Louisville, Kentucky Kentucky is known for its hospitality and bourbon distilleries, which means solo travelers can find good friends and good drinks while exploring this Southern city.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026
Pair it with palazzo jeans for a ’70s vibe that is perfect when the plans call for dinner and drinks.
—Ángela Belda, Glamour, 26 Apr. 2026
While fewer drinks might typically pressure restaurant margins, Carbone said customers are making up for it by spending more overall on memorable outings.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks
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Group support Wrapped in a fleece jacket, Sarah sips white wine from a stemmed glass.—
Gerald Witt,
AJC.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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Nasser adds a spoonful to her chia cherry water recipe and sips the fiber-rich drink slowly during the evenings.—
Devinder Bains,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The floor absorbs sound, and the only light shone from a hole at the top of the tent.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
1 May 2026
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Key Takeaways Chia seed water is a good source of soluble fiber, which can help lower cholesterol by reducing the amount your body absorbs.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Snacks, beverages, craft beer and wine will be sold.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2026
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If perishable food or beverages are stored for an extended period, pressure can build up and cause the stopper to forcefully eject when the container is opened.—
Francie Ebert,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
Noun
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But in 2019, the group started to tighten the energy efficiency standard in gulps.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Iraqis breathed a few gulps of freedom before secular warfare between Sunni and Shia militias began tearing the country apart.—
Nolan Finley,
Twin Cities,
6 Mar. 2026
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Across the property, robust cocktail and mocktail menus showcase fresh fruits and local liquors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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On top of high-quality tacos, Nixtaco also distills its own liquors.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Once the python swallows the tracker, biologists can track the dangerous python.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Scientists discovered that when a python swallows a collared opossum whole, the GPS device keeps transmitting from inside the snake.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sugar alcohols, such as xylitol and erythritol, also have the potential to raise blood sugar, which can be an issue for those with diabetes.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2026
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Beyond methanol, the researchers successfully extracted hydrogen from diverse sources, including other alcohols and raw biomass materials like glucose and cellulose.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This is important – just think about the difference between a smartphone that sits in your pocket, and a pair of glasses that automatically imbibes all of the information from your field of vision, every moment of every day.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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“Drinks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinks. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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