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as in sips
to swallow in liquid form
the doctor wants her to drink lots of water before the examination
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as in boozes
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages
we're worried that she's started drinking again
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as in liquors
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
you can get drinks at the bar only if you show them a valid ID
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Recent Examples of drinks
Keith Phipps, Vulture, 15 June 2026
Zellweger gained nearly 20 pounds to play the character, who drinks often and exercises intermittently.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Cocktails on the terrace, dinner at the table, drinks afterwards, then – should the host-cum-guest fancy it – a private DJ and a bit of a dance.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Yoon’s a lightweight, but his wife drinks like a pro.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Shop my picks for vacations, drinks with friends, and date nights starting at $32.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
According to the Mayo Clinic, milk allergy symptoms can occur a few minutes to a few hours after a person drinks milk or eats milk products.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026
In others, the rebellious teenager drinks elsewhere.
—Thomas Lake, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
In season 2, Tommy drinks eight beers, with his highest per episode count at three brews in episode 5.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 14 June 2026
Seeing the tourist sights in Boston Visitors have spent their time enjoying the city's atmosphere, hot weather, drinks and local food, while also taking in some of Boston's most famous attractions.
—Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 14 June 2026
White Port, made from white grapes, has become increasingly popular for cocktails and pre-dinner drinks.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
The big festival features a day of live music and DJs, a marketplace with Black vendors, food and drinks, games, and other activities (with tickets starting at $28).
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
Best Wayfair Patio Deals Since this is a summer sale, there are, of course, tons of patio deals to be had, like this classic wicker set with a love seat, two chairs, and a glass-top table for serving food and drinks.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Also, go easy on carbonated drinks before boarding and avoid overeating, which raises your odds of indigestion.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Lucky Bean Coffeehouse Lucky Bean Coffeehouse brews your morning cup of joe with single-origin beans and also serves specialty drinks.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026
Between engaging in conversation and sipping drinks, many of the guests were hoping to strike up a friendship.
—Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
Verb
Wyck is obviously Widow’s Bay’s Quint, the veteran sea salt who takes no guff, drinks too much, and selflessly puts his life on the line.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 15 June 2026
Zellweger gained nearly 20 pounds to play the character, who drinks often and exercises intermittently.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Cocktails on the terrace, dinner at the table, drinks afterwards, then – should the host-cum-guest fancy it – a private DJ and a bit of a dance.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Yoon’s a lightweight, but his wife drinks like a pro.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Shop my picks for vacations, drinks with friends, and date nights starting at $32.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
According to the Mayo Clinic, milk allergy symptoms can occur a few minutes to a few hours after a person drinks milk or eats milk products.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026
In others, the rebellious teenager drinks elsewhere.
—Thomas Lake, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
In season 2, Tommy drinks eight beers, with his highest per episode count at three brews in episode 5.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
Noun
Ahead, nutrition experts discuss the best fruits to eat for protein, offering suggestions for adding these sweet sensations to drinks and dishes.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 14 June 2026
Seeing the tourist sights in Boston Visitors have spent their time enjoying the city's atmosphere, hot weather, drinks and local food, while also taking in some of Boston's most famous attractions.
—Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 14 June 2026
White Port, made from white grapes, has become increasingly popular for cocktails and pre-dinner drinks.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
The big festival features a day of live music and DJs, a marketplace with Black vendors, food and drinks, games, and other activities (with tickets starting at $28).
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
Best Wayfair Patio Deals Since this is a summer sale, there are, of course, tons of patio deals to be had, like this classic wicker set with a love seat, two chairs, and a glass-top table for serving food and drinks.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Also, go easy on carbonated drinks before boarding and avoid overeating, which raises your odds of indigestion.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Lucky Bean Coffeehouse Lucky Bean Coffeehouse brews your morning cup of joe with single-origin beans and also serves specialty drinks.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026
Between engaging in conversation and sipping drinks, many of the guests were hoping to strike up a friendship.
—Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks
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Michelle Yeung sips a matcha drink.—
Mike Winters
Mickey Todiwala,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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This is a rum that sips well beyond its relatively low strength, with deep notes of cherry, chocolate, maple, spice, and oak on the palate.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Zeolite absorbs excess oil while silk powder creates airy body and grit, making limp hair look instantly fuller and more lived-in.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
19 June 2026
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Mineral sunscreens such as zinc or titanium oxide ward off the Sun’s rays by forming a protective film that also absorbs most UV light, but reflects some of it.—
Guy German,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
Noun
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The bakery/café offers artisan breads, pastries, cakes and café beverages.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
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Brewing iced tea at home Tea is one of the most popular beverages globally, served in the mornings, evenings or even at a high tea in the afternoon, per the British tradition.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
Noun
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But in 2019, the group started to tighten the energy efficiency standard in gulps.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Iraqis breathed a few gulps of freedom before secular warfare between Sunni and Shia militias began tearing the country apart.—
Nolan Finley,
Twin Cities,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Bootleggers smuggling various liquors like whiskey and gin found that the soft drink was particularly good at making these spirits easier to drink.—
Andrea Romano,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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Stay Zero Proof, located in Chinatown, doubles as a lounge and retail space — visitors can order from a menu of mocktails or browse a wide selection of non-alcoholic liquors and wines to sip or take home.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
Verb
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Dark wood furniture swallows light and takes up floor space in hallways.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
7 June 2026
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Infection can happen when someone accidentally swallows contaminated water from pools, splashpads, lakes, or rivers.—
Justin Laube,
EverydayHealth.com,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Some common culprits include harsh sulfates, which can strip natural oils; high concentrations of drying alcohols; overly aggressive exfoliating acids; and fragrance, especially for sensitive or reactive skin types.—
Kieaundria Bellamy,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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This broke the solid waste into soluble monomers and alcohols that later served as hydrogen donors in the reaction.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 May 2026
Verb
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This is important – just think about the difference between a smartphone that sits in your pocket, and a pair of glasses that automatically imbibes all of the information from your field of vision, every moment of every day.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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“Drinks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinks. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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