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Recent Examples of nectar
Simply place your swing near a feeder or nectar-rich flowering plant to create the ideal perching spot for hummingbirds to rest and keep watch over their food source.
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ABC News, 8 June 2026
The government is also planning on closing an important agricultural research center, risking further loss of both bees and their beloved nectar.
—Devika Rao, TheWeek, 8 June 2026
The cognitive flexibility that Loukola's individual bees demonstrated may pay off in the wild when environmental conditions change suddenly and the insects must collect pollen and nectar no matter what.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 7 June 2026
Hopefully, that nectar attracts a hummingbird to your yard.
—Ray Petelin, CBS News, 6 June 2026
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ABC News, 8 June 2026
The government is also planning on closing an important agricultural research center, risking further loss of both bees and their beloved nectar.
—Devika Rao, TheWeek, 8 June 2026
The cognitive flexibility that Loukola's individual bees demonstrated may pay off in the wild when environmental conditions change suddenly and the insects must collect pollen and nectar no matter what.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 7 June 2026
Hopefully, that nectar attracts a hummingbird to your yard.
—Ray Petelin, CBS News, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nectar
Noun
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In April, Soil Capital announced a multi-year partnership with Nestlé, the world’s largest food and beverage company.—
Jasmin Sykes,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Kustom Entertainment said the move to Gilley’s will allow the festival to expand the festival experience with larger crowds, camping, food and beverage options, and other on-site amenities.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Noun
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The investigation is ongoing, and details where and how the liquor was manufactured have not been released.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
22 June 2026
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On their way to Foxborough for an opening match against Haiti, Scottish fans reportedly bought up all the beer—including Tennent's Lager, a popular beer in Scotland—at local bars and liquor stores.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 June 2026
Noun
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In the years after Buffy, Brendon, who did not have any kids, spoke out about struggling with depression as well as alcohol and substance addictions, checking into rehab between multiple arrests, including for domestic violence charges and prescription fraud.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
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Smilianska was never asked to take a test for drugs or alcohol.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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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
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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
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Thank you for a plethora of news on June 17 that didn’t crush our spirits.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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As one of the world’s largest spirits conglomerates, the company certainly had access to some choice, well-aged stocks.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Noun
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For drinks, lean on pre-batched cocktails, a help-yourself bar, freezer-door cocktails or wine.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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Sandlot Social softly opened this week, offering cheap drinks, beer pong, putt-putt and — perhaps most notably — 10 baseball simulators.—
Jenna Thompson
June 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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In northern Bavaria sits Bamberg, a charming place with a beer story that dates to a medieval cleric who ordered townsfolk be given a free brew on the day of his death.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Customize your brew with black or green tea, fresh lemon juice and mint, or even a splash of bourbon for a welcome addition to a backyard barbecue or picnic.—
Emily Teel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 June 2026
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“Nectar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nectar. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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