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
Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
King Campground is substantially larger, with 77 sites versus Queen’s 34, but both have electric and non-electric sites, tent-only sites, potable water, and bathhouses with showers and flush toilets.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 4 June 2026
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
As founder and executive chairman of ARC Manufacturing in Jamaica, Horne also played a key role, helping to help coordinate sea shipments of food, shelter materials and potable water to Westmoreland and neighboring communities.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
King Campground is substantially larger, with 77 sites versus Queen’s 34, but both have electric and non-electric sites, tent-only sites, potable water, and bathhouses with showers and flush toilets.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 4 June 2026
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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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Tailwind’s High Carb Fuel delivers 400 calories per serving in a smooth, drinkable mix designed for all-day events.—
Joe Jackson,
Outside,
19 Nov. 2025
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As for Starbucks' holiday offerings, there's also plenty of edible — and drinkable — new options, along with some returning favorites.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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The hotel's Ajax Tavern, directly facing the mountain, has indoor and outdoor seating and is a great spot for a drink or hot bowl of soup (or, why not, a Wagyu cheeseburger with truffle fries) while watching people make their final runs down at the end of the day.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Doors open an hour and a half before the games, featuring food and drinks representing each country.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Or don’t drink beverages with caffeine late in the day.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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Food and drink Perhaps the easiest way to distinguish a run-of-the-mill all-inclusive from a luxury one is the food and beverage options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Tortuga sits on 1,300 feet of private beach with clean white sand and turquoise water.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Most pet bowls don’t need a full disinfecting process every day, but running bowls through the dishwasher on a sanitizing cycle every week or so can help keep them cleaner.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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The county’s share of liquor revenue dropped by several hundred thousand dollars, Tripple said, part of a plan executed at the end of the session to divert liquor revenue to state police to make up for straggling wages.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
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Footage from the bank and the liquor store showed Edwards wearing distinctive sunglasses with white frames, which were found under Gudowski's body, the complaint states.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Every small step toward ensuring our fellow neighbors have access to fresh, nutritious food helps to build a healthier, more vibrant community.—
Michael Farver,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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The wings themselves are fresh, fried hard and tossed in house sauces ranging from mild and sweet to a serious Cajun dry rub.—
Justin Brown – The Real Food Stalker,
AJC.com,
14 June 2026
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Stimulants, such as caffeine, alcohol, or nicotine, can also affect your sleep.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
10 June 2026
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The New York Times reports that some of the panelists had financial ties to the alcohol industry.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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Why ban a less harmful compound like cannabis when booze is cheap and widely available to adults?—
Andrew DeAngelo,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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The day after the crash, the FWC investigators found a stash of empty booze bottles and cans on the boat.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Potable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potable. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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