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
Expect fiery cocktails and spicy bites — plus a few surprise DJ sets for a daytime experience that's as much about the vibe as the drink in your hand.
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Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Later in the day, wine, beer, cocktails, and light bites are available at the pool, lobby area, and the sun porch off of the lobby.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2026
Instead, commissioners banned outdoor alcohol sales as well as the practice of allowing patrons to roam from bar to bar with cocktails in hand.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
At the bar, guests enjoyed signature cocktails, wine, and champagne.
—Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026
The South's favorite spirit is good for so much more than just cocktails.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
In it, Pattinson concocts three cocktails thematically linked to his own work and three more inspired by his all-time favorite films.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
The macroalgae grown here end up in savory dishes, baked goods, and even cocktails served at restaurants nationwide, but Graham insists that there are other reasons to cultivate edible seaweed.
—Megan Zhang, Saveur, 8 Apr. 2026
The event is for people 21 years and older and those who purchase a ticket to the event get unlimited access to appetizers and two cocktails.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Later in the day, wine, beer, cocktails, and light bites are available at the pool, lobby area, and the sun porch off of the lobby.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2026
Instead, commissioners banned outdoor alcohol sales as well as the practice of allowing patrons to roam from bar to bar with cocktails in hand.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
At the bar, guests enjoyed signature cocktails, wine, and champagne.
—Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026
The South's favorite spirit is good for so much more than just cocktails.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
In it, Pattinson concocts three cocktails thematically linked to his own work and three more inspired by his all-time favorite films.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
The macroalgae grown here end up in savory dishes, baked goods, and even cocktails served at restaurants nationwide, but Graham insists that there are other reasons to cultivate edible seaweed.
—Megan Zhang, Saveur, 8 Apr. 2026
The event is for people 21 years and older and those who purchase a ticket to the event get unlimited access to appetizers and two cocktails.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocktails
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On a computer, Krause pulled up a chromatography analysis, which separates mixtures into individual components.—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Gallons of fermenting fruit rinds for the vibrant aguas frescas chill near the array of drying chilies and madre tallow mixtures, but the tight confines mean some sacrifices.—
Matthew Odam,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Apr. 2026
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Morris and Fritjofsson’s first venture, in 2019, was a line of artisanal baking mixes.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
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Use a house-safe detergent for siding and avoid harsh bleach mixes unless the product is specifically labeled safe for your surface.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Residents living outside of those eight Southeast Michigan counties will also see fuel savings, Whitmer says, because those counties are already allowed to sell cheaper fuel blends without a waiver.—
Joseph Buczek,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Backed by longtime collaborators David Guy, James Poyser, and Ian Hendrickson-Smith, alongside Brian Richburg, the group blends soul, jazz, hip-hop, and lovers rock into an immersive set.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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To address these challenges, researchers designed a hybrid composite actuator that combines shape memory alloys (SMAs) with shape memory polymers (SMPs).—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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Busch and his team successfully identified three alloys that resist crystallization and possess the properties required to reliably 3D print fully glass-like metallic motor components.—
Etiido Uko
March 17,
New Atlas,
17 Mar. 2026
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In November, signatories to the convention agreed to phase out the use of mercury-containing dental amalgams by the year 2034.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Music unites the interconnecting stories in this saga and expands its passions, with a sumptuous score by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens that taps into a wide range of American styles, idioms and amalgams, even as the second act turns more dissonant.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
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Next up are the Toronto Raptors, a bigger team with bigger goals than lottery combinations.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Apr. 2026
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From subtle variations to vibrant color combinations, there's a chrome pink nail design for every aesthetic.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
4 Apr. 2026
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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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“Cocktails.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocktails. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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