as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
a religious denomination that strictly forbids the use of all intoxicants
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Recent Examples of intoxicant
She was initially arrested on suspicion of first-degree negligent homicide, operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant, and reckless driving, police said in the press release.
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Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
In granting bail, Broward County Court Judge Lauren Peffer said Crow must undergo a substance abuse evaluation within 10 days and comply with any recommendations and also must refrain from alcohol and intoxicants and subject himself to random alcohol testing.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 Dec. 2025
The officer found that Rias had slurred speech, bloodshot eyes and smelled of intoxicants.
—Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Officers noted the odor of intoxicants, Hyatt's inability to balance for a walk-and-turn or one-leg stand during a field sobriety test and Hyatt's admission of having drunk four beers, according to the motion.
—Arkansas Online, 18 Aug. 2025
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Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
In granting bail, Broward County Court Judge Lauren Peffer said Crow must undergo a substance abuse evaluation within 10 days and comply with any recommendations and also must refrain from alcohol and intoxicants and subject himself to random alcohol testing.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 Dec. 2025
The officer found that Rias had slurred speech, bloodshot eyes and smelled of intoxicants.
—Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Officers noted the odor of intoxicants, Hyatt's inability to balance for a walk-and-turn or one-leg stand during a field sobriety test and Hyatt's admission of having drunk four beers, according to the motion.
—Arkansas Online, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intoxicant
Noun
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Risk factors at any age include obesity, lack of physical activity, a diet high in red or processed meat and low in fruits and vegetables, smoking, heavy alcohol use, having inflammatory bowel disease or a family history of colorectal cancer.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Feb. 2026
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His blood alcohol is currently under seal but has been referenced in open court.—
Aaron Curtis,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Husien then reportedly committed robberies at an unspecified minimart and at a San Jose liquor store on McKee Road, the latter allegedly at knifepoint.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
2 Mar. 2026
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The pair were also suspected in an armed robbery of a convenience store in San Mateo County on the same day, followed by an armed robbery at a liquor store on McKee Road in East San Jose.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nowadays, Luxco counts several different types of booze brands among its assets, including Rebel, Ezra Brooks, and Blood Oath bourbons; Limestone Branch Distillery and its Yellowstone Bourbon; and Mexico’s Destiladora Gonzalez Lux.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
26 Feb. 2026
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Irish symbols, booze and leprechauns were glorified.—
Bella Monaco,
Dallas Morning News,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Enjoy food, drinks, networking and drawing prizes.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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There’s also a small bar directly on the beach, offering a quieter alternative for an afternoon drink.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Intoxicant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxicant. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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