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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
John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
All three of us were also exposed to a family of chemicals called bisphenols, present in electronics, car parts, toys, household appliances, receipts, water pipes and the linings of metal food and drinks cans.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
At a casual pub in Windsor, Levy orders a Guinness and drinks none of it, while William orders a sweet cider and drinks one quarter of it.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
When a person drinks from that source, the cycle repeats.
—Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025
So far, 12 states have had approval from the USDA to ban sugary foods and/or drinks from SNAP.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
According to Dean, the average consumer at Rosa is a professional Black woman who drinks coffee as a part of her daily routine.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Just in time for fall, and the Instagramable coffee drinks that pair with the season, one of Louisville's most popular coffee shops is opening a new location.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Sep. 2025
Imagine knowing a fan has attended five shows in a year, loves heavy metal, drinks mocktails and always buys merch.
—Geoff Robins, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
In 2024, of the more than 450 credit card charges of over $100 on his campaign expenditure report, the majority were for drinks and meals at various Sacramento restaurants and bars such as Chargins’ Bar & Grill, Karma Brew and Prelude Kitchen & Bar.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Gourmet meals are served in two dining cars, where passengers can enjoy drinks, music and performances by local artists.
—Eleanor Flagler Hardy, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
There will be a silent auction and live auction along with appetizers, drinks and live music.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
PepsiCo is overhauling its beverage portfolio—refueling interest in drinks like Gatorade—and named a new finance chief.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
For its relatively small footprint, Hôtel Place d'Armes punches far above its weight from a culinary POV, with a fabulous on-site brasserie, a trendy sushi bar, and a panoramic roof terrace (open seasonally) that’s widely considered one of the city’s best spots for outdoor drinks with a view.
—Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
The special menu features drinks like Vampire's Delight, The Grave Digger, The Black Widow, Dracula's Punch Mocktail, Bloody Nightmare and Nightmare on Bourbon Street.
—Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 10 Oct. 2025
In everything from gut health to the appearance of our drinks, the chemistry behind beer and wine keeps revealing how deeply these beverages connect to both our bodies and our senses.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Verb
After helping one of the Dutchmen lug a keg of liquor to the game, Rip drinks several flagons, passes out, and wakes up two decades later.
—John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
All three of us were also exposed to a family of chemicals called bisphenols, present in electronics, car parts, toys, household appliances, receipts, water pipes and the linings of metal food and drinks cans.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
At a casual pub in Windsor, Levy orders a Guinness and drinks none of it, while William orders a sweet cider and drinks one quarter of it.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
When a person drinks from that source, the cycle repeats.
—Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025
So far, 12 states have had approval from the USDA to ban sugary foods and/or drinks from SNAP.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
According to Dean, the average consumer at Rosa is a professional Black woman who drinks coffee as a part of her daily routine.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Just in time for fall, and the Instagramable coffee drinks that pair with the season, one of Louisville's most popular coffee shops is opening a new location.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Sep. 2025
Imagine knowing a fan has attended five shows in a year, loves heavy metal, drinks mocktails and always buys merch.
—Geoff Robins, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
If craft cocktails are more your speed, sip for a while at Blue Mountain Bistro to savor their twist on classic drinks.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
In 2024, of the more than 450 credit card charges of over $100 on his campaign expenditure report, the majority were for drinks and meals at various Sacramento restaurants and bars such as Chargins’ Bar & Grill, Karma Brew and Prelude Kitchen & Bar.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Gourmet meals are served in two dining cars, where passengers can enjoy drinks, music and performances by local artists.
—Eleanor Flagler Hardy, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
There will be a silent auction and live auction along with appetizers, drinks and live music.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
PepsiCo is overhauling its beverage portfolio—refueling interest in drinks like Gatorade—and named a new finance chief.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
For its relatively small footprint, Hôtel Place d'Armes punches far above its weight from a culinary POV, with a fabulous on-site brasserie, a trendy sushi bar, and a panoramic roof terrace (open seasonally) that’s widely considered one of the city’s best spots for outdoor drinks with a view.
—Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
The special menu features drinks like Vampire's Delight, The Grave Digger, The Black Widow, Dracula's Punch Mocktail, Bloody Nightmare and Nightmare on Bourbon Street.
—Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 10 Oct. 2025
In everything from gut health to the appearance of our drinks, the chemistry behind beer and wine keeps revealing how deeply these beverages connect to both our bodies and our senses.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks
Verb
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Cook, stirring occasionally, until rice absorbs most of stock.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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Turf absorbs heat from the sun and can become much hotter than natural grass, creating a health hazard, according to the Center for Environmental Health.—
Jon-David Regis,
NBC news,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Members get access to the entire facility, but there are extra charges for food and beverages, spa services, swim lessons, pickleball lessons and personal training sessions.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
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The Night Swim menu includes coffee and non-coffee beverages, along with pastries and croissants.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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Wearing multiple layers — including a chunky beanie and hoodie — a smiling, unshaven Bieber sings in between sips.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
7 Oct. 2025
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Plus, Howl at the Moon will offer Swiftie sips, such as the Lucky One Miss Peaches Seltzer, Through the Orange Door jello shots, a TS12 shot, and That’s Showbiz cocktails and drink buckets.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In 1919 the United States Congress passed an amendment to the Constitution prohibiting the manufacture, sale, and transportation of intoxicating liquors.—
Harvard Business Review,
Harvard Business Review,
14 Oct. 2025
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This place packs in the students with delicacies such as the Fishbowl (an enormous mix of liquors), while an older crowd shows up for the Friday fish fry.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 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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Made without parabens, soaps or alcohols, the hypoallergenic wipes are great for all skin types, including sensitive skin.—
Christopher Murray
may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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Sugar Alcohols Sugar alcohols like xylitol, sorbitol, and mannitol are low-calorie sweeteners that are sometimes used as sugar substitutes.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
24 Sep. 2025
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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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As a precaution, health and trade associations are urging consumers and bars to destroy or properly dispose of empty bottles to prevent counterfeiters from reusing them in the production of fake liquor.—
Alessandra Freitas,
CNN Money,
12 Oct. 2025
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The partnership is now expanding to include all 32 NHL teams, featuring more than 20 new apparel styles, as well as accessories such as bags, bottles, and hats.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Drinks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinks. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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