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
While genetics undoubtedly play a role, research has shown that the Blue Zones injury, improved diet, and reduced alcohol consumption.
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Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
When alcohol isn’t there to blur the edges, every ingredient has to earn its place.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
According to investigators, the thieves have targeting Hispanic businesses over the past few months and taking everything from the cash in the register to alcohol in cold storage.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Andrew Sanders, 40, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, assault and obstructing a peace officer, all misdemeanors, as well as careless driving and failing to stay in one lane, both traffic infractions.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026
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Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
When alcohol isn’t there to blur the edges, every ingredient has to earn its place.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
According to investigators, the thieves have targeting Hispanic businesses over the past few months and taking everything from the cash in the register to alcohol in cold storage.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Andrew Sanders, 40, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, assault and obstructing a peace officer, all misdemeanors, as well as careless driving and failing to stay in one lane, both traffic infractions.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alcohol
Noun
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Additional video evidence tracked the whereabouts of what authorities believe was the same car and individuals at a liquor store and elsewhere before the shooting.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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For Muslims, many of whom eschew alcohol, and for anyone seeking liquor-free or family-friendly social options, the cafes are hospitable hangouts and a late-night alternative to nighttime clubbing.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom is introducing a bill that would ban selling booze to repeat DUI offenders.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Significantly, the booze precedes the infant in that sentence.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
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Order a drink while reading a book under a chic and shady cabana.—
Diana Oates,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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In a video shared on X by a fan account, the 36-year-old is seen chatting with some pals while sipping a drink.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Alcohol.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alcohol. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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