nectars

noun

plural of nectar
as in beverages

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  1. beverages
  2. liquors
  3. libations
  4. spirits
  5. alcohols
  6. drinkables
  7. drinks
Noun
  • Central colleague cafes provide complimentary premium coffee and beverages, while gaming lounges with puzzles and tabletop games offer opportunities for hands-on breaks from screens.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2026
  • To go with the meal, there will be a selection of wines, beers and non-alcoholic beverages, mostly sourced from the Sacramento region.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of beverages
Noun
  • The import taxes will hit everything from hockey sticks to some building materials, liquors and certain kinds of clothing.
    — Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 23 Aug. 2026
  • This list of 11 Labor Day cocktail ideas features a wide array of liquors, including vodka, gin, bourbon, cognac and tequila.
    — John Kell, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of liquors
Noun
  • One hundred or more local residents, tourists, and photographers descended on the church grounds with cameras, telescopes, music, and their favorite libations.
    — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 17 Aug. 2026
  • There’s also a fresh opportunity to explore new libations, cocktails that feature summer ingredients such as pineapple, peach, and grapefruit, along with a hint of fall from cranberry and maraschino cherry.
    — John Kell, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of libations
Noun
  • The spirits industry was pushing trade officials to get back to negotiating.
    — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Groceries Tariffs on Canadian beer, wine, spirits, dairy ingredients and more could cause some price increases during your weekly shopping.
    — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of spirits
Noun
  • Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are low-calorie alternatives to sugar that can be helpful for people managing diabetes or watching their weight.
    — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 10 July 2026
  • Heavy stylers with alcohols can dry out the hair and scalp, causing product buildup that leads to dandruff-like flakes.
    — Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 18 June 2026
Definition of alcohols
Noun
  • Salads, sammies and charcuterie plates can be enjoyed on the outdoor patio with its boundless views of the Capay Valley, and the retail side of the operation sells all manner of olive oil and other drinkables/comestibles.
    — David Weiss, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Definition of drinkables
Noun
  • Princess Plus® includes Wi-Fi and drinks, and also covers crew appreciation—which means the crew taking care of you is taken care of, too.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Vendors were also stationed throughout the area, serving snacks, drinks and other festival-style treats to fans making their way toward the stadium.
    — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of drinks
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“Nectars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nectars. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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