HOOCHES Synonyms: 89 Similar and Opposite Words

hooches 1 of 2

noun (1)

plural of hooch, slang

as in drinks

a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk during Prohibition, everybody drank homemade hooch

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hooches

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noun (2)

variants or hootches

plural of hooch, slang

as in huts

a small, simply constructed, and often temporary dwelling the soldiers quickly threw up the hooches where they would be living for the next few weeks

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Noun

Unlike supplements or drinks that may provide a quick burst of energy followed by a crash, the nutrients found in almonds provide a more sustained source of fuel—slowing digestion and prolonging steady energy without the blood sugar level spikes.

— Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 2 Nov. 2026
Ethanol from alcoholic drinks, limonene from citrus, and diacetyl from buttery aromas are some of the VOCs that can produce these reactions.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026

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Noun

Chakama Ranch in coastal Kilifi County, where Mackenzie’s followers lived in mud huts, away from the scrutiny of local communities and authorities.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026
In 2023, more than 400 bodies were exhumed from shallow graves on the 800-acre Chakama Ranch in coastal Kilifi County, where Mackenzie's followers lived in mud huts, away from the scrutiny of local communities and authorities.

— CBS News, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of huts

Noun

The hotel’s commitment to showing off local, small-batch liquors means that all standard cocktails, as well as most of the signature drinks offered at its three bars, feature in-state whiskeys, vodkas, gins, and bourbons as a base.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
The Spirits That Work Best in Salty Drinks Generally, light liquors including gin, tequila, and vodka are the best builders for these cocktails and infusions, says Harris.

— Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 11 Sep. 2026

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Plus check out features on butterfly gardens, flsh camps, luxury cruises and regional travel calendars for events into January.

— Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026
Marysia’s friend who is a radical left-wing terrorist told her that Żabka is, moreover, a sect; all the employees go to evil religious camps together.

— Olivia Kan-Sperling, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2026

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Soothing ingredients like green tea, centella, panthenol and glycerin are good signs, while heavy fragrance and drying alcohols are worth avoiding if your scalp is sensitive.

— Valeriya Chupinina, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2026
According to the scientists, the method achieved some of the highest production rates yet for valuable alcohols and three- and four-carbon atoms.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2026

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The storm made landfall Friday near Destin, Florida, a Gulf Coast area known for powdery white-sand beaches and dotted with vacation homes, waterfront bars, and seafood shacks.

— Erika Angulo, NBC news, 11 Oct. 2026
The low-lying coastal area is known for its powdery white sand beaches dotted with vacation homes, waterfront bars and seafood shacks.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 Oct. 2026

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Computer modeling of the results suggests half of the plastic bottles washing into the Great Lakes and oceans every year come from at least 10 miles and up to 120 miles away, the scientists reported.

— Michael Hawthorne, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
The brand sends them lots of free bottles; Alicia repays the favor by posting her family enjoying whatever companies send her.

— Rebecca Jennings, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2026

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Minor refreshes will be added to other classes, such as an extra inch of reclining space in premium economy cabins, and new upholstery in economy class.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026
The lower deck is home to four guest cabins, three crew cabins, a large engine room, and a sizable garage that can hold a tender of up to 16 feet.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2026

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