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libation

noun

lī-ˈbā-shən

Definition of libation

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 Seek libations among the bars of Spanish Mission-style New Regent Street. — Steve Madgwick, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026 Bars are the clear winner of these opening matches with fans spotted dancing on tables, chanting their lungs out, and depleting establishments of all libations. — Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 15 June 2026 Enjoy weekend barbecues and lush libations on Ritz Paris’ terrace. — Lane Nieset, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for libation

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Research by British alcohol awareness charity Drinkaware shows an increasing number are embracing low and no-alcohol drinks.

— Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Warm milk delivers tryptophan, an amino acid the body uses to produce serotonin and melatonin, which is why the old-school bedtime drink has stuck around.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

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The Gale also saw some benefits, particularly in food and beverage service.

— Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
Hunter Noravong, 20, has been charged in Douglas County District Court with four counts of purchase or consumption of alcoholic beverage by a minor, according to court records.

— Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

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