nectar

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Recent Examples of nectar Stick to native species and cultivars with single-type flowers, as these provide a rich source of nectar to butterflies and native bees as well as nutritious seeds that attract songbirds in autumn. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2025 Bees suck the sugary substance from the plants and the nectar mixes with other substances in their digestive system. Daniel More, Verywell Health, 29 Apr. 2025 To attract colorful and feisty hummingbirds, keep their feeders full of nectar. Clarence Schmidt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2025 Do not use brown sugar, molasses, or honey in the nectar that can clog the components. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for nectar
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Noun
  • Because whiskey, which originated over a thousand years ago, has since become very much a world beverage.
    Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 May 2025
  • The extract was approved for use in sports drinks, alcoholic beverages and teas.
    Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
Noun
  • While Unicorn is becoming a high-end investment platform for some, Marquis, 36, a bartender at the Franklin Tap who lives in Uptown, is using it more like an exotic corner liquor store and has multiple bids in this week’s auction.
    Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2025
  • In return, Holden helped Korean American business owners acquire liquor permits in L.A., turning the area into one of the city’s hot spots for nightlife after businesses faltered during an economic slump in the early 1990s.
    Jaimie Ding, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
Noun
  • His blood alcohol content was later found to be nearly twice the legal limit to drive a vehicle, state police said.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2025
  • These criteria include disorders related to alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, prescription drugs and other substances.
    Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
Noun
  • Ahead of the summer season when popularity swells for sweeter libations, Deep Eddy vodka, Hornitos tequila, and Chinola liqueur are among the major brands that have launched new pineapple expressions.
    John Kell, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
  • RuPaul's Drag Race's iconic Snatch Game celebrity impersonation challenge can go one of two ways: Romper room f---ery (season 4, season 14) or a masterclass of improv talent that goes down smoother than a libation flavored with citrus.
    EW.com, EW.com, 15 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Other nostalgic items include a Dancing Shimmering Lights drink, which is a nod to Disneyland’s Videopolis area in the 1980s, and a Hook’s Galley Tuna Melt, which throws back to the park’s early era Chicken of the Sea Pirate Ship and Restaurant.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 17 May 2025
  • For instance, this swivel lounge chair that blends classic style with modern comfort is a standout for any outdoor space, or this posh and practical side table with a textured finish is great for keeping drinks, food, or your favorite book within easy reach.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 17 May 2025
Noun
  • And a specialty coffee shop served matcha and cold brew with a menu in Chinese, English and Arabic.
    Vivian Nereim, New York Times, 16 May 2025
  • Sweet Tea Mint Julep: No one wants a cloudy cocktail—add a bit of baking soda to the brew.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 May 2025

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“Nectar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nectar. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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