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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
Brad Moon, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Mihály lives in the countryside, rides a motorbike, drinks heavily, and prefers boxing to football.
—Adam Solomons, IndieWire, 28 Aug. 2025
Sweeping changes are on the way for millions of SNAP recipients in 12 states that have banned unhealthy food and/or drinks from being purchased using benefits—and more could soon join them.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025
When someone drinks methanol, it’s converted into formaldehyde in the body.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
In the visual, Faith is in a bar singing about and to her love interest, as Thornton performs onstage, flirts, and drinks his way through the night.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2025
The free event will feature skateboarding and BMX demos, public street courses, live music sets, food trucks, and drinks on the street for the 21 and older crowd.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 12 Aug. 2025
There is one SuperAger who drinks four beers every night.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
Angela wants to go out to dinner or drinks more frequently, but Brian almost always says no.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2025
Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Keep in mind that these are only suitable for cold drinks and must be hand-washed.
—Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Vic and Sho started talking, comfortable within seconds, and when Cali stood to get more drinks Ronny followed her.
—Bryan Washington, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2025
From Albuquerque, those visiting Sandia Peak can pair their drinks and meals with a hike, or skiing in the winter.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
At a recent showcase for clients organized in partnership with caterer MPépite and LeBarParis, the official mixologist of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, tables were laid out by theme, with matching food and drinks.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
There are also poolside welcome drinks and signature Antojitos Mexicanos (Mexican snacks) featuring small bites made with regional ingredients.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
The evening includes a swing dance lesson with Marcus Coker, heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks and music from Don Bailey & The Swing Machine with Tabitha Graves.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 30 Aug. 2025
Keep these foods and drinks on ice to preserve their freshness and flavor for months longer.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
For most, the goal is to keep food and drinks cold while making ice last as long as possible.
—Brad Moon, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Mihály lives in the countryside, rides a motorbike, drinks heavily, and prefers boxing to football.
—Adam Solomons, IndieWire, 28 Aug. 2025
Sweeping changes are on the way for millions of SNAP recipients in 12 states that have banned unhealthy food and/or drinks from being purchased using benefits—and more could soon join them.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025
When someone drinks methanol, it’s converted into formaldehyde in the body.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
In the visual, Faith is in a bar singing about and to her love interest, as Thornton performs onstage, flirts, and drinks his way through the night.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2025
The free event will feature skateboarding and BMX demos, public street courses, live music sets, food trucks, and drinks on the street for the 21 and older crowd.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 12 Aug. 2025
There is one SuperAger who drinks four beers every night.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
Angela wants to go out to dinner or drinks more frequently, but Brian almost always says no.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2025
Noun
The sturdy steel frame holds up to 650 pounds, while the insulated cup holders cool and keep drinks within reach.
—Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Keep in mind that these are only suitable for cold drinks and must be hand-washed.
—Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Vic and Sho started talking, comfortable within seconds, and when Cali stood to get more drinks Ronny followed her.
—Bryan Washington, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2025
From Albuquerque, those visiting Sandia Peak can pair their drinks and meals with a hike, or skiing in the winter.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
At a recent showcase for clients organized in partnership with caterer MPépite and LeBarParis, the official mixologist of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, tables were laid out by theme, with matching food and drinks.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
There are also poolside welcome drinks and signature Antojitos Mexicanos (Mexican snacks) featuring small bites made with regional ingredients.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
The evening includes a swing dance lesson with Marcus Coker, heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks and music from Don Bailey & The Swing Machine with Tabitha Graves.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 30 Aug. 2025
Keep these foods and drinks on ice to preserve their freshness and flavor for months longer.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks
Verb
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Pollen naturally absorbs less energy in the visible-to-near-infrared spectrum, which are the wavelengths mainly responsible for generating heat.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
4 Sep. 2025
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Whole food sources such as beans, bananas, avocado and eggs offer the form your child’s body absorbs and uses best.—
Jazmine A. Ortiz,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Economy passengers can expect free meals featuring options like chicken with Japanese curry or a fish fillet with a herb-caper cream sauce, along with a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Ikon Pass is currently on sale for $1,429 and includes extra perks like 25 percent off the window price of lift tickets for friends and family, up to 15 percent off food, beverages, and retail at select mountains, and discounts on popular ski brands like The North Face, Blenders, and more.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Give sips of water unless the person complains of nausea, then stop giving water.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
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Time sips slower here, or at least that’s what the dainty vintage glass cocktails in the main bar would suggest.—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There’s also room divider filled with large glass jars of his damgeum-ju, or infused liquors.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The replacement liquors may sound out of left field but, in fact, have historical precedent.—
Hilary Armstrong,
Robb Report,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Taroko Gorge, however, carves breathtaking grandeur from marble stone; a natural cathedral of cliffs, where suspension bridges sway above rapids and swallows dart through narrow canyons.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Neurocysticercosis occurs after a person swallows pork tapeworm eggs, according to the CDC.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
9 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Sugar alcohols, such as xylitol and erythritol, also have the potential to raise blood sugar, which can be an issue for those with diabetes.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Manufacturers artificially create sugar alcohols and use them as bulking sugars to cut the intense sweetness of other no-calorie sweeteners such as aspartame.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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
Noun
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The Jays weren’t going to pop bottles of champagne in the clubhouse after a sweep and wear ski goggles to keep the streaming beer out of their eyes.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Other efforts across the hotel include reducing plastic use by offering glass bottles for refilling, providing bulk amenities instead of single-use soaps and shampoos, and having housekeeping services on request.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Drinks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinks. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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