as in sodas
a cold beverage that is usually sweet, does not contain alcohol, and is often sold in bottles or cans
the sandwich comes with chips and a soft drink
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Noun
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The result was a wave of viewers trying dirty sodas at home, seeking out soda shops and documenting their creations on social media — turning a regional Utah tradition into a pop culture phenomenon.—
Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Fresh tomatoes add pops of juicy sweetness.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
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The pops remained a freezer staple for years before eventually disappearing from stores.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
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Miguel said many customers are opting to grab their drinks and go rather than linger outside as smoke drifts through the neighborhood.—
Kayla Bartkowski,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Food and drinks will be available for purchase.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
21 June 2026
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“Soft drinks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soft%20drinks. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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