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Recent Examples of nectar
Miller moths, or adult army cutworms, migrate to the mountains every spring in search of flowers for nectar.
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Katie Langford, Denver Post, 25 May 2026
For summer-flowering perennials that provide plenty of nectar, consider rudbeckia, purple coneflower, bee balm, milkweed and penstemon, as well as some non-native plants such as catmint and lavender.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Since adults feed mostly on nectar, limiting the number of flowering plants near your home can naturally keep wasps away.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 22 May 2026
This is the first large carnivore species ever to be documented eating the nectar of a plant and potentially acting as a pollinator.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2026
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Katie Langford, Denver Post, 25 May 2026
For summer-flowering perennials that provide plenty of nectar, consider rudbeckia, purple coneflower, bee balm, milkweed and penstemon, as well as some non-native plants such as catmint and lavender.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Since adults feed mostly on nectar, limiting the number of flowering plants near your home can naturally keep wasps away.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 22 May 2026
This is the first large carnivore species ever to be documented eating the nectar of a plant and potentially acting as a pollinator.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nectar
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This alcoholic beverage is blended and frozen like ice cream but contains all the flavor and alcohol of a margarita cocktail.—
Zuri Primos,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
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Bourbon Steak’s vast lineup of beverage options go past signature cocktails and a world-class list of wine and premium spirits to include zero-proof drinks, beer and spritzes.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2026
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Dulaney’s lawsuit also includes accusations that Irmer and the museum permitted alcohol to be sold on the premises without a liquor license.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
1 June 2026
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Similar products include Suntory’s On The Rocks and Diageo’s Cocktail Collection, which use recognizable liquor brands, like Ketel One and Jim Beam, in their drinks.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
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The cause of the crash is unclear, but the booking charges do not include any allegations related to drugs or alcohol.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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In addition to alternatives for staples like bourbon and tequila, Lyre’s makes more niche spirits including coffee liqueur, triple sec and vermouth — the kinds of ingredients that let a bartender build a genuinely accurate espresso martini, margarita or Manhattan without alcohol.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
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Whereas the original approach to libations at Le Bus was cheap and easy, the vision in its new iteration has evolved into more sophisticated—and pricier—territory.—
Lindsey Tramuta,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2026
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Participants report profound emotional and spiritual connections during underwater visits and ancient libation ceremonies, as part of broader efforts to document slave shipwrecks and preserve Black history.—
Deepa Bharath,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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The judging panels awarded Silver, Gold, and, for the standouts, Master medals to spirits that meet a very high benchmark for balance, purity, and category character.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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This new rye whiskey started its life in Illinois, specifically at Chicago craft distillery Koval, which makes some very… interesting spirits (the Koopers trained there as distillers).—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
31 May 2026
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Bourbon Steak’s vast lineup of beverage options go past signature cocktails and a world-class list of wine and premium spirits to include zero-proof drinks, beer and spritzes.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2026
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Why cane sugar drinks are trending Industry experts say cane sugar beverages have developed a reputation for tasting more premium than drinks made with high-fructose corn syrup.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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The tank held a chemical brew — used to convert wood chips to pulp — made up of sodium hydroxide, sodium sulfide and disodium carbonate, officials said.—
David Douglas,
NBC news,
27 May 2026
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The original brew house structure remains in the building as a decorative centerpiece and a nod to the brewery’s roots.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
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“Nectar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nectar. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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