as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
an autopsy found a lethal cocktail of banned substances in the actor's body
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Recent Examples of cocktail
The party began at the classic pre-show cocktail time of 5pm, and one of the first stars to show up is the gold-medal gymnast Laurie Hernandez, who is currently on Broadway in & Juliet.
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 June 2026
This season’s IndieWire Honors ceremony took place Thursday, June 4, in Los Angeles with an intimate cocktail reception and ceremony.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 7 June 2026
Other than throwing a few ingredients in a cocktail shaker, this cocktail recipe takes no effort.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 7 June 2026
First on the roster is Matsuhisa, a costal-dining spot that serves Japanese cuisine, sushi (with a dedicated sushi counter, too), and craft cocktails.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 June 2026
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 June 2026
This season’s IndieWire Honors ceremony took place Thursday, June 4, in Los Angeles with an intimate cocktail reception and ceremony.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 7 June 2026
Other than throwing a few ingredients in a cocktail shaker, this cocktail recipe takes no effort.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 7 June 2026
First on the roster is Matsuhisa, a costal-dining spot that serves Japanese cuisine, sushi (with a dedicated sushi counter, too), and craft cocktails.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocktail
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The scientists demonstrated that tobacco mosaic virus (TMV) spontaneously formed when mixtures of purified coat protein and its genomic RNA were incubated together.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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Transfer spinach to the bowl with the egg mixture and whisk thoroughly to combine.—
Kate Williams,
AJC.com,
8 June 2026
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The Central American nation offered an idyllic mix of romance, adventure, and relaxation to celebrate our four-year anniversary.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
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But the locals on the island are convinced the town is cursed, and don’t necessarily approve of bringing tourists into the mix.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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These include the Triple Collagen Cream from Medicube, which features a blend of shea butter, elastin, and collagen to firm and lift sagging skin.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
8 June 2026
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Pratt’s main character energy proved attractive to (primarily out-of-state) donors as well as meme makers, who gravitated to his blend of righteousness and rage as well as irreverence.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
8 June 2026
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This does seem like a way to claw back patriotism from its more exploitative uses, and even celebrate a nation that has become an amalgam of people from everywhere in the world.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
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The 24,000-acre amalgam of forests, limestone caves, and undulating peaks features 85 trail miles to get your steps in.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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The second, DuAlumin3D, is a 3D-printable alloy developed for pistons.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
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In addition, unlike older designs that use traditional alloys, Fyne Audio utilizes newer high-performance materials to push audio performance further.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 June 2026
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Look, most of the time social media is just an amalgamation of AI slop, influencers begging for attention and people fighting over nonsense.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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At its center is a character called the Lizard Demon, an amalgamation of powerful, predatory men.—
Alison Weinflash,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2026
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Open since 1961 and still family-owned, the Honolulu institution remains a favorite among locals and visitors alike, serving classic combinations of rice, macaroni salad and protein-rich entrees.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Many scenes involved a combination of practical stunts and effects that were added in post-production, which meant that intense preparation and frequent communication were non-negotiable necessities.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 June 2026
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At 43, Nilles is three decades younger than Lifeson and Lee, with a jazz-fusion background and a gig with Jeff Beck on her resumé.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
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Ke-uH is another restaurant at the resort, serving sushi and Japanese fusion cuisine.—
Katie Riley,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Cocktail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocktail. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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