as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
aqua vitae has been part of human culture since ancient times
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Noun
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Systolic and diastolic blood pressure both increase over time with alcohol intake, according to a report published Aug. 14.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
15 Aug. 2025 -
An arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt: A 22-year-old man from Aurora was arrested on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol at 1:02 p.m. Aug. 8 in the 1200 block of East Ogden Avenue.—
Steve Metsch,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Bardstown Road residents have a opportunity to make their voice heard about liquor licenses thanks to a new survey launched by Metro Alcoholic Beverage Control to gather community sentiment.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
12 Aug. 2025
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Love is not the first Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee to launch a liquor line.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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While not dangerous, drinking carbonated drinks like soda or sparkling water with a high-fiber meal can cause bloating.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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Its cold retention was genuinely impressive, with a little bit of ice and refreshing cold drinks left over even after six full days in the heat.—
Francesca Krempa,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The booze will be flowing and bars will be rocking all night in Kansas City and across Missouri during the 2026 World Cup.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
31 July 2025
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But the places in Idaho actually selling the most booze are nowhere close to the City of Trees.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
30 July 2025
Noun
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These are often available even in economy, though the specific kits usually vary by class of service Sustainable amenity kits Chua said Singapore works with its suppliers to make sure all the components in the amenity kit, like lotion bottles, are as recyclable or sustainable as possible.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Whether your reason for buying a water bottle carrier is to free up your hands or keep from scratching, denting, and inevitably losing your treasured $40 water vessel, this clever bottle sling serves all purposes.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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On New York’s Lower East Side, Las’ Lap is a popular rum bar, known for creative cocktails.—
Connie Ogle
August 7,
Miami Herald,
7 Aug. 2025
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If rum isn't for you, try substituting it with maple syrup.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 Aug. 2025
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“Aqua vitae.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aqua%20vitae. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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