1
as in energy
active strength of body or mind
the aging quarterback proved he still had the juice to play the whole game
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as in influence
slang
the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly
those activists don't have the political juice to sway the vote of a single legislator
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as in drink
slang
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
I had heard my friend was hitting the juice again, and I was concerned
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Recent Examples of juice
That's why tenderloin steaks are often served with sauces, toppings, or pan juices.
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Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2026
Some versions add cream or half-and-half, fruit juices or lime wedges.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Chicken wings brined in salt and pickle juice, as well as salads, will also appear on the menu.
—Jenna Thompson
april 10, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
Xcel’s report said repairing Comanche 3 is the most viable means to continue meeting customers’ needs, but also included possible options to ensure there’s enough juice to power the grid in the near term.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2026
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Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2026
Some versions add cream or half-and-half, fruit juices or lime wedges.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Chicken wings brined in salt and pickle juice, as well as salads, will also appear on the menu.
—Jenna Thompson
april 10, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
Xcel’s report said repairing Comanche 3 is the most viable means to continue meeting customers’ needs, but also included possible options to ensure there’s enough juice to power the grid in the near term.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for juice
Noun
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Lush, vibrant and full of life, California Tropicals instantly brightens any space while adding fresh, feel-good energy.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Steady fixes protect energy for deeper pursuits.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Apr. 2026
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In the livestream, Peters is seen speaking with the young woman while appearing to be under the influence and exhibiting slurred speech.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Five centuries after the decisive victory that led Babur to make Hindustan his home, Mughal influence remains deeply embedded in India’s culture, language, cuisine, and architecture.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
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That means fewer meals before the game, fewer drinks after, and fewer visits to local shops and cafes.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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This sturdy, durable iron coffee table provides a convenient spot for you and your guests to set drinks and snacks.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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This isn’t a film about trauma, or smuggled-in social issues, or anything at all, really, besides the honest workaday business of scaring the bejesus out of its audience, rinsing, and repeating with extra vigor.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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The protagonist, Theodore, is a jaded man with no vigor for life.—
Oluwaseun Damilola Sanwoolu,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2026
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Hezbollah and critics are skeptical and believe Lebanon's government in Beirut has no leverage and should take advantage of the position of Iran, the group's key ally and patron.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Some analysts see the blockade as coercive leverage rather than a terminal escalation.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
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There’s no liquor license yet, but that’s pending.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Apr. 2026
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In fact, the common liquor, distilled from grains or potatoes, can be a natural alternative to many synthetic cleaning products and an inexpensive, shelf-stable swap in a pinch.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Martha Stewart,
11 Apr. 2026
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The federal gas tax money goes directly into the federal Highway Trust Fund, which, just like others, is gradually becoming underfunded, Hoffer said.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Nearby accommodations are often inflated during April’s festival season and those driving into the fest are also facing a recent surge in gas prices amid the ongoing war in Iran.—
Senior Food Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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Safety is the second major constraint, as SkyDream identifies trailer sway at high speed as one of the most persistent engineering challenges in towable systems.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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Editors debate entries all year long, using only cultural sway as rubric.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Juice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juice. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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