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Definition of quaffsnext
plural of quaff
as in sips
the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time she was so thirsty that she drank her iced tea in one long quaff

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verb

present tense third-person singular of quaff

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Noun
  • Tasters took multiple sips of each contender in order to taste its full range of flavors.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Jan. 2026
  • The idea was to grab a bite, have a drink and maybe do a little shopping between tastes and sips.
    Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 16 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • What's more, while virtually all VTOLs being developed these days are electric, the Janus-1 is powered by a turboshaft engine that gulps n' burns diesel, kerosene or Jet A fuel.
    Ben Coxworth October 21, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Post-Prohibition, when the spirit was flowing back into the United States, planter’s punch became one of many tropical drinks that surged in popularity.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Staying well hydrated supports kidney function, while certain drinks may increase inflammation, worsen blood sugar control, or add unnecessary sodium and phosphorus.
    Brittany Poulson, Verywell Health, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Quaffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quaffs. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.

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