as in liquor
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
after his daughter was born, the man never again touched alcohol
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Recent Examples of alcohol
The 24/7 monitoring and out-of-custody alcohol/drug testing programs, including new technology like ankle monitors, have helped to reduce jail populations and focus on the custody of individuals who pose greater threats.
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Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 28 Jan. 2026
The new federal Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest simply limiting alcohol intake for better health.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Red Wine Drinking too much alcohol of any kind can raise the risk of chronic disease and harm the heart.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 27 Jan. 2026
He can also be found teaching mocktail classes at alcohol-free lounges, bottle shops and even high schools.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 27 Jan. 2026
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Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 28 Jan. 2026
The new federal Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest simply limiting alcohol intake for better health.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Red Wine Drinking too much alcohol of any kind can raise the risk of chronic disease and harm the heart.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 27 Jan. 2026
He can also be found teaching mocktail classes at alcohol-free lounges, bottle shops and even high schools.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alcohol
Noun
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The participants reported their average weekly intake of beer, wine and liquor intake during four age periods — 18 to 24, 25 to 39, 40 to 54, and 55 and older.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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In 2021, Tatmon was observed loitering outside a liquor store directly across the street from the Sky Market with two other men, one of whom subsequently shot and killed Edward Morgan, 41, of Oakland, during a confrontation.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
Noun
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After successfully negotiating with Castro over the prisoners, Fidel threw a lavish reception for Jackson, complete with wine, champagne, booze and food that was unimaginable to the average hungry Cuban.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
17 Jan. 2026
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Thinking of cutting back on the booze for 2026?—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
17 Jan. 2026
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Ji Seon flaunts her ring and announces drinks are on her today, which brings up the mood again.—
Hannah Abraham,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Other drink additions appealing to health-conscious customers include a new chai latte that lets customers customize the sweetness level and global flavors like ube and lavender.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Alcohol.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alcohol. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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