Definition of libationnext
as in drink
a liquid suitable for drinking a variety of libations will be available at the wedding reception

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Recent Examples of libation Since the repeal of Prohibition, states have taken care to make sure that liquor is harder to access than other libations because of its high alcohol content. Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 3 June 2026 For libations, days are well spent by the swim-up Tlaquepaque Bar and the lobby’s Flora Bar offers inventive cocktails inspired by botanicals. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026 There will also be libation vendors giving out tastings from companies such as Little Bird Brewing, Templeton American Whiskey, Real del Valle Tequila and The Vinho. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026 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. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for libation
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Noun
  • Sugary drinks, greasy grill residue, dropped crumbs and overflowing trash are all fair game.
    Sharon Wu, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • The tiki drinks, delivered both poolside and beachside, were fruity and strong but well balanced.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • Like everyone else on this sweltering day, Marc Pina was searching for cold beverages in the Fan Zone.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
  • Two of Canada’s 10 provinces, Alberta and Saskatchewan, are still selling American alcoholic beverages.
    Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 3 July 2026

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“Libation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/libation. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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