red-eyes

noun

plural of red-eye
as in bathtub gins

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  1. bootlegs
  2. spirits
  3. moonshines
  4. alcohols
Noun
  • The audio is a fairly even mix of sound desk recordings and fan bootlegs, with some spliced together to get the best audio quality.
    — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 25 June 2026
  • His strengths as a rhythm passer and his ability to operate on bootlegs align cleanly with that system.
    — Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Definition of bootlegs
Noun
  • Camilla appeared in good spirits despite the recent royal drama surrounding Prince Harry and his visit to the United Kingdom.
    — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • Christie’s similarly posted its best results ever for wine and spirits sales.
    — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of spirits
Noun
  • Today, Jones and his wife, Peg Hays, use this original still pot design to make award-winning, small-batch mash bill bourbons, moonshines, and more.
    — Michelle Polizzi, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Definition of moonshines
Noun
  • 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
  • Some common culprits include harsh sulfates, which can strip natural oils; high concentrations of drying alcohols; overly aggressive exfoliating acids; and fragrance, especially for sensitive or reactive skin types.
    — Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 29 May 2026
Definition of alcohols
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