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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
Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Decided to become a breatharian (someone who eats light and drinks air instead of food).
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The rooftop’s decor and drinks change with the season for an ever-evolving experience.
—Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Passengers can check up to two bags free of charge, stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi, and visit the cafe for meals, snacks, and drinks throughout their journey.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
The other takes place during a flight — Lindsay wiping gunk from the toilet seat and transferring it to the rim of the cup Ashley drinks from.
—Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
In a fit of rage over the expositions made in Lexi's play, Nate drives to a warehouse where Cal drinks with a few of his orgy partners.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
The event will feature sing-alongs, live DJs, photo opportunities and themed food and drinks deals.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
With knee-high boots on a date Shopping sprees, drinks with the girls, a fancy dinner date—no matter what your plans are with friends or your significant other, your jean shorts will take you wherever the day leads.
—India Roby, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Conversations, phone calls, or late-night drinks next door can be surprisingly noticeable, especially with the door open.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
The bacteria that causes meningitis can spread through seemingly mundane activities like living in close quarters, sharing utensils or drinks, sneezing, coughing and kissing.
—Sam Woodward, USA Today, 9 May 2026
My drinks of choice lately switch between Spanish white wines or Mezcal cocktails.
—Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2026
One of the shops within the district that allows drinks inside.
—Reg Chapman, CBS News, 9 May 2026
Over drinks one evening, Santa told me that the opening of A Mandria di Murtoli stemmed from a desire to create new experiences for returning guests while maintaining the same high-quality service guests have come to expect.
—Rebekah Peppler, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
The surface offers plenty of space for everyday essentials like magazines, a candle, or a tray for drinks.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
But in joining a growing global hunt for ube, whose signature violet hue has taken over social media in drinks, cakes, and other sweets, Cesari realized that the actual root vegetable was much more elusive, particularly in the wake of its recent fame.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
Verb
Beyond sandwiches, other offerings include tiramisu, meat and cheese boards, and drinks like aperol spritz.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Decided to become a breatharian (someone who eats light and drinks air instead of food).
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The rooftop’s decor and drinks change with the season for an ever-evolving experience.
—Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Passengers can check up to two bags free of charge, stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi, and visit the cafe for meals, snacks, and drinks throughout their journey.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
The other takes place during a flight — Lindsay wiping gunk from the toilet seat and transferring it to the rim of the cup Ashley drinks from.
—Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
In a fit of rage over the expositions made in Lexi's play, Nate drives to a warehouse where Cal drinks with a few of his orgy partners.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
The event will feature sing-alongs, live DJs, photo opportunities and themed food and drinks deals.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
With knee-high boots on a date Shopping sprees, drinks with the girls, a fancy dinner date—no matter what your plans are with friends or your significant other, your jean shorts will take you wherever the day leads.
—India Roby, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026
Noun
Left Arrow Right Arrow Want two large pizzas and drinks at your door in just over four minutes?
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Conversations, phone calls, or late-night drinks next door can be surprisingly noticeable, especially with the door open.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
The bacteria that causes meningitis can spread through seemingly mundane activities like living in close quarters, sharing utensils or drinks, sneezing, coughing and kissing.
—Sam Woodward, USA Today, 9 May 2026
My drinks of choice lately switch between Spanish white wines or Mezcal cocktails.
—Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2026
One of the shops within the district that allows drinks inside.
—Reg Chapman, CBS News, 9 May 2026
Over drinks one evening, Santa told me that the opening of A Mandria di Murtoli stemmed from a desire to create new experiences for returning guests while maintaining the same high-quality service guests have come to expect.
—Rebekah Peppler, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
The surface offers plenty of space for everyday essentials like magazines, a candle, or a tray for drinks.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
But in joining a growing global hunt for ube, whose signature violet hue has taken over social media in drinks, cakes, and other sweets, Cesari realized that the actual root vegetable was much more elusive, particularly in the wake of its recent fame.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks
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Group support Wrapped in a fleece jacket, Sarah sips white wine from a stemmed glass.—
Gerald Witt,
AJC.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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Nasser adds a spoonful to her chia cherry water recipe and sips the fiber-rich drink slowly during the evenings.—
Devinder Bains,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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This kernel of truth may account for why the prosopopoeia of the wine mom absorbs so much misogynist loathing from all over the political map.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Some experts say the conflict is putting additional pressure on Ecuadorian public spending, which absorbs part of the cost of gasoline.—
Anabella González,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Food and beverages are, of course, available for purchase.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
8 May 2026
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Food and drink Dining options are extensive, from breakfast at Swan Court—set among waterfalls with resident swans—and caffeinated beverages at Honolulu Coffee to sushi at Japengo and fine dining at Son’z Steakhouse.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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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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Across the property, robust cocktail and mocktail menus showcase fresh fruits and local liquors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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On top of high-quality tacos, Nixtaco also distills its own liquors.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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As the ocean swallows her fishing village on Mexico’s Gulf Coast, one woman leads the effort to relocate her community while struggling to let go of the sea that shaped her life.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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Once the python swallows the tracker, biologists can track the dangerous python.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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,
18 Apr. 2026
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Beyond methanol, the researchers successfully extracted hydrogen from diverse sources, including other alcohols and raw biomass materials like glucose and cellulose.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 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 12 May. 2026.
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