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as in drink
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
a talented writer whose fondness for the bottle was the stuff of legend
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as in courage
British slang
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
I wanted to confront the neighbors about the excessive noise coming from their flat, but I lost my bottle
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Recent Examples of bottle
Continue reading … DNA BREAKTHROUGH — DNA from soda bottle allegedly links Massachusetts woman to 1985 murder of 'Baby Boy Doe'.
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FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
For an 8-ounce bottle, fill it nearly full with water, add a teaspoon of vodka and a total of 20-25 drops of essential oils.
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The Spruce,
2 July 2026
Mist them with a spray bottle, for example, or pour water over their head.
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Carmel Wroth,
NPR,
2 July 2026
On East Passyunk Avenue, Supérette is a lively French wine bar, market and bottle shop where rosé and pastis are enjoyed with snacks like duck prosciutto and raclette sandwiches.
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Regan Stephens,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
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FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
For an 8-ounce bottle, fill it nearly full with water, add a teaspoon of vodka and a total of 20-25 drops of essential oils.
—
The Spruce,
2 July 2026
Mist them with a spray bottle, for example, or pour water over their head.
—
Carmel Wroth,
NPR,
2 July 2026
On East Passyunk Avenue, Supérette is a lively French wine bar, market and bottle shop where rosé and pastis are enjoyed with snacks like duck prosciutto and raclette sandwiches.
—
Regan Stephens,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bottle
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Sugary drinks, greasy grill residue, dropped crumbs and overflowing trash are all fair game.
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The tiki drinks, delivered both poolside and beachside, were fruity and strong but well balanced.
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Their courage quickly wavers in the face of the location’s eerie atmosphere and the deafening sound of cicadas.
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That courage is greater than talent, and people remember who had it.
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The investigation is ongoing, and details where and how the liquor was manufactured have not been released.
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On their way to Foxborough for an opening match against Haiti, Scottish fans reportedly bought up all the beer—including Tennent's Lager, a popular beer in Scotland—at local bars and liquor stores.
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The medal is North America's highest honor for civilian heroism.
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But as Season 2 drifts closer to admiration than scrutiny, their stock heroism pales in comparison to Martian’s dynamic decision-making.
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Despite the teetotaling decision, stacks of beer, including Michelob Ultra, Kona Big Wave, Bud Light and Budweiser sat behind the register as workers informed attendees that alcohol would be sold beginning Thursday.
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This is essentially the Philippines’ lambanog, tuba distilled, with a high alcohol proof and a bite like rustic sugarcane alcohol.
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During the reception, Princess Kate shared an emotional moment with Tony Gledhill, a former Metropolitan Police officer who received the George Cross for gallantry in 1966.
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In 2020, Magawa received the PDSA Dickin medal for gallantry, which recognizes heroism in animals.
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How the alcohol industry puts policy on ice Each year, the American Cancer Society raises hundreds of thousands from the wine and spirits industry through an annual fundraising gala featuring free-flowing booze like pineapple margaritas.
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No wonder Don Draper drank booze all the time.
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Just watching as a fan from a distance, I was impressed by her bravery.
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There has been an outpouring of support on social media for those who stopped to help, heralding their bravery and selflessness.
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“Bottle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bottle. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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