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 Cannes program also included a panel with key representatives from ACAU and INCAA, a case study session and a networking cocktail, bringing together Latin American and global film professionals.
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Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 18 May 2026
The back patio is the best place to enjoy a feast of American seafood and cocktails while looking out at the slips.
—Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
From trendy, canal-side spots to swanky rooftop bars, these are some of the best places to catch up over a cocktail.
—Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 18 May 2026
The on-site Rosemary Bar offers a breezy, stylish setting for cocktails and an ideal spot to take in the sunset.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
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Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 18 May 2026
The back patio is the best place to enjoy a feast of American seafood and cocktails while looking out at the slips.
—Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
From trendy, canal-side spots to swanky rooftop bars, these are some of the best places to catch up over a cocktail.
—Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 18 May 2026
The on-site Rosemary Bar offers a breezy, stylish setting for cocktails and an ideal spot to take in the sunset.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocktail
Noun
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Now, there’s a real mixture of guests hanging around the lobby and breakfast room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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Dredge each tomato slice in the flour mixture, then give it a dunk in the buttermilk-egg bath, and finally coat it generously in the cornmeal-breadcrumb mixture.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Mitchell has a mix of speed and power.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Active families, newlyweds, solo travelers, fit friends, long-together couples, locals meeting for drinks—there’s a lovely mix of guests staying at (and just visiting) the property.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
Noun
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The project blends soccer, youth and culture into a lasting symbol of Inglewood pride.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Red jalapeños are tasty in fresh salsas, stir-fries, and dehydrated spice blends, but green jalapeños are the best choice for jalapeño poppers.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 May 2026
Noun
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The emerald oasis, reachable by boat, helicopter tour, or strenuous trek, is an amalgam of steep cliffs and verdant valleys spilling out to the cerulean sea.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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Mungiu’s journalistic roots initially led him to the real-life Bodnariu case behind the story, but Fjord is a fictional amalgam of various people’s experiences.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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Its distinctive rectangular case and dial are crafted from 750 honey gold, the brand’s proprietary alloy.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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The looks have been enhanced with chunky 19-inch alloy wheels (that still make some concessions to drag reduction), honeycomb intake grilles, classic GTI details like the red stripe and badges, and a roof spoiler.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
Noun
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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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Bass is an amalgamation of electronic music, featuring stylings such as dubstep and trap.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The blowout was a combination of the Pistons’ offensive deficiencies catching up with them their defensive intensity disappearing.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Nowhere is this truer than in Russia, a nation marked by a long history of political repression alongside extraordinary literary brilliance, a rare and uneasy combination.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Dragon Casa is a Chinese-Mexican fusion taquería that offers Peking duck tacos and birria soup dumplings.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 May 2026
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Left Unsaid, a jazz breakbeat fusion duo, performed live for the first time at Unusual Tuesday‘s last April show.—
Christopher Buchanan,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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“Cocktail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocktail. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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