as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
you can't order liquor in a bar until you're 21 years old
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Recent Examples of liquor
But the Original recently applied for a liquor license there.
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Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Four new concepts All four of the new concepts will include full bars with liquor, in addition to beer and wine.
—Michael Deeds
may 7, Idaho Statesman, 7 May 2026
Grace’s Cafe is in a strip center with a liquor store, laundromat and pawn shop.
—Restaurant Critic, Houston Chronicle, 6 May 2026
Hard liquor is free-poured at home and in many bars.
—Justin Kissinger, Fortune, 2 May 2026
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Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Four new concepts All four of the new concepts will include full bars with liquor, in addition to beer and wine.
—Michael Deeds
may 7, Idaho Statesman, 7 May 2026
Grace’s Cafe is in a strip center with a liquor store, laundromat and pawn shop.
—Restaurant Critic, Houston Chronicle, 6 May 2026
Hard liquor is free-poured at home and in many bars.
—Justin Kissinger, Fortune, 2 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liquor
Noun
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Drugs or alcohol do not appear to be factors in the crash, police said.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Chloe entered rehab in September 2012 After years of struggling with an eating disorder and drug and alcohol addiction, Chloe went to rehab in September 2012.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Particularly since the savings made in service-staff costs and brick-and-mortar bar space, not to mention the affordability of buying booze here in China's RMB currency, aren't that far off grabbing a can or bottle from a nearby 24-hour convenience store.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 May 2026
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Specifically, carapaces spelling out 8647, which is either shell-speak for evil intent or a bartender telling Patel to 86 his personal booze and buy a drink already.—
Pat Beall,
Sun Sentinel,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Concessions, including barbecue, snacks, candy and drinks, including alcohol, will be available throughout the weekend, hosted by the Ramona Rodeo Foundation.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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In general, capsule, tablets and gummies are best for beginners, while tinctures, extracts and powders make easy drink additives.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
7 May 2026
Noun
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The new Sunny Sipper Margarita features Don Julio tequila, coconut rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice and lime, while the Belly Floppin' Melon Margarita has tequila, vodka, triple sec and lime.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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Guests who prefer imbibing to detoxing can also book cigar-rolling workshops, wine and rum tastings, and even personalized private dinners in Le Cave, which is the oldest wine cellar in the region and down the stairs from L’Oursin.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Otherwise, all of the accommodations have Park Hyatt signatures like Le Labo toiletries in pump bottles, fluffy robes and slippers, minibars, espresso machines, and plenty of bottled water.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Experts recommend using a point-of-use sink filter and storing water in stainless steel or glass bottles instead of disposable plastic containers.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 May 2026
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“Liquor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liquor. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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