soft drink

Definition of soft drinknext
as in pop
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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Recent Examples of soft drink Ale-8-One Winchester, Kentucky Inspired by European ginger beers, the soft drink inventor George Lee Wainscott created this ginger-citrus soda. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 July 2026 Prime Minister Indira Gandhi famously flew to Leh, assured him that his demands would be addressed, and persuaded him to break his fast, symbolically handing him a soft drink. Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 July 2026 By turning watch parties into product discovery moments, the brand reaches consumers precisely when soft drink consumption peaks, while reinforcing its positioning as a healthier alternative to traditional game-day beverages. Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 The best deal is a soft drink and hot dog for $15. Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for soft drink
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soda
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  • For wooden spoons, wash them promptly with dish soap and water, then try a gentle baking soda paste on lingering discoloration.
    Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Crafted from durable soda-lime glass and peppered with tiny pumpkins, the best-selling Pottery Barn tumblers are especially cute for Friendsgivings, Halloween parties, potlucks, and fall brunches.
    Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2026

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“Soft drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soft%20drink. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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