quencher

noun

Definition of quenchernext
as in beverage
a liquid suitable for drinking marathon runners often find that plain water is the best quencher of all

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Recent Examples of quencher Garner’s original no-ice, pint-glass version is perfect for an anytime thirst quencher. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2026 While the dogs/chips/ice cream might still ring true, my thirst-quencher of choice has evolved. — Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 July 2026 Didn’t get the Stanley tumbler or quencher on your wish list this year? — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026 If so, but your bank account balks at such a journey, just binge all six episodes of Prime’s latest mood quencher. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025 The non-greasy formula is enriched with lactic acid, shea butter and sodium hyaluronate, and is the perfect skin-quencher for post-summer revivals. — Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025 For a summer thirst-quencher, shake up a Bee’s Knees or an Airmail. — Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025 Sales soared when folks rushed to load their garages with 12-packs of their favorite thirst-quenchers. — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quencher
  1. beverage
  2. drink
Noun
  • The Trust, supported by a 1 percent food-and-beverage restaurant tax, used it as a quarantine site for homeless elders imperiled by COVID.
    — Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Complimentary food and beverages are a top benefit, though quality doesn't always meet expectations.
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of beverage
Noun
  • The friendly multilingual staff hail from either Croatia or Serbia and quickly learn your favorite drinks and dishes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
  • There was dancing, drinks and dazzling artifacts at the de Young Museum Thursday night.
    — Andrea Nakano, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of drink

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“Quencher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quencher. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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