as in drinkable
suitable for drinking
around here, the only potable water comes from wells
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as in drink
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
hid the potables in the back hall closet
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Recent Examples of potable
Shaolei Ren, IEEE Spectrum, 10 Sep. 2025
Only 17% of the city had power a month following the storm, potable water was scarce, and many chefs struggled to access their restaurants, where food spoiled in walk-in fridges.
—Beth D'addono, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
DÁnica Coto, ajc, 29 Jan. 2023
Even Georgina’s ability to draw scarce potable water from a nearby spout is controlled by people prejudiced against her—which, like her other troubles, is a ripple caused by a larger force.
—Danielle MacKey, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2022
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Adjective
The water used by power plants is typically not potable and not drawn from municipal water systems.
—Shaolei Ren, IEEE Spectrum, 10 Sep. 2025
Only 17% of the city had power a month following the storm, potable water was scarce, and many chefs struggled to access their restaurants, where food spoiled in walk-in fridges.
—Beth D'addono, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
Meanwhile, a study by Puerto Rico’s Chemistry Association published in late 2021 found the presence of heavy metals linked to coal in potable water in Salinas.
—DÁnica Coto, ajc, 29 Jan. 2023
Even Georgina’s ability to draw scarce potable water from a nearby spout is controlled by people prejudiced against her—which, like her other troubles, is a ripple caused by a larger force.
—Danielle MacKey, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potable
Adjective
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Of course, releasing older and older whisky can’t just be a space race-style competition, there has to be a reason for it—in other words, the whisky has to actually be good and drinkable and not just a historic relic.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
6 Oct. 2025
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The frozen version of this classic game-day drink is even more drinkable.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That’s a potential 73,000 people a match paying for tickets, travel, merchandise, programmes, fanzines, food, drinks and more.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Nikki Bravo, the co-owner of Momentum Coffee in Chicago, raised prices by about 15% last week for lattes, cappuccinos and other drinks at her four locations.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Alongside dozens of producers, beverage directors, buyers, and supporters, ABV became a destination and community.—
Osayi Endolyn,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Oct. 2025
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This series covers food and beverages, personal care, beauty, household care, home goods, baby and kids, pets and so much more.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The home boasts clean lines, a sprawling backyard featuring a fire pit and a pool, as well as a home gym.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Some of these mountainsides have dislodged themselves deep in the bedrock, causing the face of a mountain to shear clean off — as has happened at least twice in the last two years.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The bar received a 60-day suspension of its liquor license after the shooting.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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The liquor store is situated at the corner of Lancaster Avenue and Sterley Street, and the house is number 17 Spruce Street.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Anglers who want to keep their catch fresh on a long drive home are better served to cover fish in a dry livewell with ice.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Oct. 2025
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His monthly Inside China column explores the issues that shape discussions and understanding about Chinese innovation, providing fresh perspectives not found elsewhere.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In fact, many joked that the mystery bottle in question resembled that of an alcohol handle.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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Taylor was charged with vehicular homicide while under the influence of drugs/substance, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
21 Oct. 2025
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Guests are invited to bring their own blankets, picnics, and booze (though concession stands and a beer and wine bar are on-site), and, typically, these events feature DJs before and after the show.—
Sophie-Claire Hoeller,
Vogue,
23 Oct. 2025
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Taking a break from the booze is no longer just reserved for Dry January.—
Essence,
Essence,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Potable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potable. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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