as in potable
suitable for drinking
technically, that cheap stuff may be wine, but it's hardly drinkable
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Recent Examples of drinkable
Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
The mixture is then sieved to produce a smooth, drinkable liquid.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2024
One day, astronauts may be able to make Moon water drinkable.
—Thomas Orlando, Discover Magazine, 9 Aug. 2024
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Adjective
Once known for only a handful of drinkable wines, Armenia now produces more than 500 native grape varieties.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
The mixture is then sieved to produce a smooth, drinkable liquid.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
Bourbon was aged for 19 years and three months, which Bhakta himself admits is pretty old for a bourbon, possibly teetering on the edge of drinkable.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2024
One day, astronauts may be able to make Moon water drinkable.
—Thomas Orlando, Discover Magazine, 9 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinkable
Adjective
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The sink valves were incorrectly connected, causing continuous pressure and risk of cross-contamination between the chemical dispenser and potable water.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Scores are based on eight areas of the ship, including galleys and dining rooms, medical centers, housekeeping, potable water systems, heating systems, and pest management.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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More than 22,000 oranges are squeezed, and hundreds of gallons of drinks are poured, all for opening day.—
Caroline Foreback,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The same rule applies to fruity drinks, milk and iced tea.—
Brianna Taylor,
Sacbee.com,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Both heavily influenced Biden’s bipartisan infrastructure law and the Build Back Better Act, centered on the economy and clean energy, though their powers were notably leveraged to the max under a 50-50 Democratic majority.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Mar. 2026
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Fuel cells powered by hydrogen are widely seen as a clean alternative to fossil fuels, but their high cost has limited their use.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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Not in our basket were some of the chain’s more fun and fancy items, which run the gamut from croissants to Belgian chocolate to high-quality burger patties, and a whole range of alcoholic beverages.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Premium Scream Night tickets include food and non-alcoholic beverages, shorter wait times due to the event’s limited capacity and self-parking.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Breakfast with thick waffles or puffy omelets come with housemade fresh cinnamon rolls the size of a baseball, drizzled with icing.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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Across the Charlotte area, more than two dozen markets are offering fresh produce, baked goods, flowers and more, all while supporting local growers and makers.—
Evan Moore
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Drinkable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinkable. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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