COCKTAILS Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

cocktails

noun

plural of cocktail

as in mixtures

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 cocktails Activities and entertainment Most passengers on Star Breeze are content to sit in the pool sipping cocktails, or snuggling in a clamshell lounger with a good book. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026 The latest example comes from The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, which has partnered with Via Carota Craft Cocktails on an exclusive collection of co-branded bottled cocktails available only in the hotel’s in-room Honor Bar. — Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 The all inclusive event includes curated small plates of food, craft cocktails, live music and up close animal experiences. — Libby Smith, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 The report said officers were targeted with rocks, bottles, commercial-grade fireworks and Molotov cocktails. — Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026 Tracking the number and strength of your alcoholic drinks still matters because some cocktails contain more than one standard serving. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2026 For adults, there are specialty cocktails and a California craft-beer garden. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026 Customers can expect dishes such as ahi poke nachos, American Wagyu short rib steamed buns, fresh nigiri and sushi rolls, along with premium steaks, seafood entrees and handcrafted cocktails. — Evan Moore august 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2026 At the time, Salgado also started experimenting with making his own cocktails, many of which will be served at Terruño. — Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 5 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Members must accommodate themselves to its fictions, with varying mixtures of gullibility and cynicism; followers shown proof that the leader has lied may admire him all the more for his tactical cleverness.

— David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026
When mixtures of rare earth elements were introduced into the layered manganese oxide, the heavier elements—with their smaller hydration shells—fit more comfortably inside the narrow channels and bound tightly to the material.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026

Definition of mixtures

Noun

The lefty featured one of his more diverse mixes of the season, still leaning on his changeup (37) and four-seam fastball (29) but mixing in plenty of sliders (16) and sinkers (14).

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2026
The latter is now also available in limited-edition silver leaf, a fresh tribute to her beloved high-low mixes.

— Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of mixes

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Essential oil blends like Natural Riches Breathe Synergy Blend can provide relief from congested sinuses and stuffiness.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
This week in metro Atlanta, attend the anniversary party for a popular Alpharetta coffee shop, celebrate Indonesian Independence Day at Gula and learn to make your own spice blends.

— Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of blends

Noun

Scandium can be added to aluminum to produce lightweight alloys with higher strength and heat resistance, making the material useful in aerospace applications.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026
Most missiles, like the Tomahawk, are made of aluminum alloys and other metals.

— Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026

Definition of alloys

Noun

Eligibility depends on a detailed checklist of body mass index thresholds, specific combinations of chronic conditions, and prior treatment histories.

— Jeffrey Millstein, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026
That approach has become increasingly common across premium Scotch as distilleries look beyond traditional age statements to create limited editions that highlight particular maturation techniques or cask combinations.

— Emily Price, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of combinations

Noun

Now you’ll be met with automotive amalgamations like the BMW X6 and the many rivals that have cropped up in the past decade.

— Matt Degen, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
And the wines made from cold-hardy hybrid grapes like La Crescent and Frontenac Gris, from Deirdre Heekin of La Garagista in Vermont, and the cider-wine amalgamations of Heekin’s protegee Krista Scruggs.

— Senior Wine Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Mar. 2018

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