as in liquor
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
a hotel bar that's well stocked with spirits
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Recent Examples of spirits
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
This new rye whiskey started its life in Illinois, specifically at Chicago craft distillery Koval, which makes some very… interesting spirits (the Koopers trained there as distillers).
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
As creative director of menswear at Louis Vuitton, Williams is an organic partner for Moët & Chandon, which belongs to the wines and spirits division of luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 31 May 2026
While the men managed to keep up their spirits, being underground for more than 10 days took an understandable physical toll.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Our guide, Ignacio Rodriguez, says the site is sacred for the area's Puinave and Curipaco Indians who often climb these ridges to leave offerings to the spirits.
—John Otis, NPR, 30 May 2026
Whitaker appeared in good spirits several days later on Sunday, May 24, posting a video of herself modeling her outfit for the Indy 500, which was scheduled to take place in Indianapolis later that day.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
If this year's results are any indication, Kentucky distillers continue to set the bar far for spirits.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
But though the spirits over the most eagerly awaited IPO are super-high, the risks are just as big.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Noun
The judging panels awarded Silver, Gold, and, for the standouts, Master medals to spirits that meet a very high benchmark for balance, purity, and category character.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
This new rye whiskey started its life in Illinois, specifically at Chicago craft distillery Koval, which makes some very… interesting spirits (the Koopers trained there as distillers).
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
As creative director of menswear at Louis Vuitton, Williams is an organic partner for Moët & Chandon, which belongs to the wines and spirits division of luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 31 May 2026
While the men managed to keep up their spirits, being underground for more than 10 days took an understandable physical toll.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Our guide, Ignacio Rodriguez, says the site is sacred for the area's Puinave and Curipaco Indians who often climb these ridges to leave offerings to the spirits.
—John Otis, NPR, 30 May 2026
Whitaker appeared in good spirits several days later on Sunday, May 24, posting a video of herself modeling her outfit for the Indy 500, which was scheduled to take place in Indianapolis later that day.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
If this year's results are any indication, Kentucky distillers continue to set the bar far for spirits.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
But though the spirits over the most eagerly awaited IPO are super-high, the risks are just as big.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spirits
Noun
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Dulaney’s lawsuit also includes accusations that Irmer and the museum permitted alcohol to be sold on the premises without a liquor license.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
1 June 2026
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Similar products include Suntory’s On The Rocks and Diageo’s Cocktail Collection, which use recognizable liquor brands, like Ketel One and Jim Beam, in their drinks.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
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Dubbed the Velvet Gang, the trio snatches the overpriced, often monochromatic fashion threads designed by Christie Smith (Demi Moore, in a performance of comedic genius), a pretentious piece of work who stations herself in a leaning building (wink, win to San Francisco there).—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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When the Mafia snatches her anyway, his PTSD returns and launches him on a dark path to vengeance.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
24 Apr. 2026
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The cause of the crash is unclear, but the booking charges do not include any allegations related to drugs or alcohol.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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In addition to alternatives for staples like bourbon and tequila, Lyre’s makes more niche spirits including coffee liqueur, triple sec and vermouth — the kinds of ingredients that let a bartender build a genuinely accurate espresso martini, margarita or Manhattan without alcohol.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Bourbon Steak’s vast lineup of beverage options go past signature cocktails and a world-class list of wine and premium spirits to include zero-proof drinks, beer and spritzes.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2026
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Why cane sugar drinks are trending Industry experts say cane sugar beverages have developed a reputation for tasting more premium than drinks made with high-fructose corn syrup.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Ever since the Strip came to dominate Las Vegas, hotels there have levied a one-two-three punch of booze, gaming and logistics to keep their guests in one place.—
Winston Ross,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Bowie was also a heavy indulger of booze and recreational drugs during that decade, which mirrored the character’s descent into the destructive nature of fame and fortune and humankind's lesser angels.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Data Center is further broken into Hyperscale—sales to cloud giants and major internet companies—and ACIE, which captures AI cloud providers, industrial customers, and enterprises building their own AI infrastructure.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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Both phones also feature an excellent 115mm Periscope zoom lens that captures excellent portraits, but the main cameras differ slightly, with the Pro model using a newer sensor developed in-house by Xiaomi.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Local touches were everywhere, from an extensive collection of books ranging from South African chick-lit to memoirs of Nelson Mandela, Trevor Noah, and Siya Kolisi to a mini-bar stocked with gin, rum, and brandy made with Cape Fynbos plants.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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James Thomas had a dream of one day opening his own daiquiri shop, serving the refreshing rum cocktails to celebratory Kansas Citians.—
Katelyn Umholtz,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2026
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Birr Castle Demesne Situated in central Ireland, almost exactly between Galway and Dublin, Birr Castle Demesne impresses with 120 picturesque acres of gardens.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2026
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This impresses easily, and will become part of your regular breakfast rotation.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Spirits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spirits. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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