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as in to drink
to swallow in liquid form
an array of colorful and tasty drinks for party guests to imbibe
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Recent Examples of imbibe
With Vuckovich on the cusp of his 90th birthday, the seven-decade spread between the pianist and Tang embodies jazz’s crucial generational reach, with young players imbibing essential seasoning via direct contact with veteran masters.
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Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
The list includes plenty of places to dine and imbibe, as well as spots to shop, stay, and explore in Kansas City.
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Katelyn Umholtz,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
In a city of a million restaurants, there are better places to dine and imbibe on the weekend.
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Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
Don’t pinch anyone or over-imbibe.
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Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
The list includes plenty of places to dine and imbibe, as well as spots to shop, stay, and explore in Kansas City.
—
Katelyn Umholtz,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
In a city of a million restaurants, there are better places to dine and imbibe on the weekend.
—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
Don’t pinch anyone or over-imbibe.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imbibe
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Staying hydrated is also key, so make sure to drink plenty of water.
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The Tartan Army finally made it to Fenway, a sort of Loch Ness Monster meeting the Green Monstah, in time to watch the Texas Rangers beat the Red Sox 6-4, apparently drinking the Hub dry.
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The wetland has absorbed toxic runoff from a warehouse fire before, resulting in a fish die-off.
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The Nets absorbed about a $10 million payroll increase by turning Claxton into Randle.
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Meanwhile, the glamorous Chandelier Bar—named for the sparkling custom light installation of some 15,000 crystals that is the centerpiece of the hotel lobby—is the place to sip classic New Orleans libations like the Sazerac and French 75 or a signature Chandelier martini.
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To treat heat exhaustion, move into a cool indoor space or shade immediately, drink liquids, remove unnecessary clothing including socks and shoes, use cold water or a cold compress on the head, face and neck to cool down, and frequently sip cold water.
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Rather than trying to gulp the slimy thing down, Wilkinson went into the kitchen and prepared an extravagant breakfast for himself, complete with Dr Pepper to wash it down.
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Others can’t stand the sound of gulping.
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“Imbibe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imbibe. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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