as in liquors
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
a single-malt Scotch with a touch of water is his preferred tipple
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as in drinks
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages
I do tipple now and then
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Recent Examples of tipples
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
But while people’s loyalty to their favourite tipples can be strong, some newer Portuguese wines have enjoyed a surge in popularity.
—Deeya Sonalkar, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
Bar director Justin Sheffey and bar manager Christopher Osman invent new cocktails and innovate concepts on old-school tipples.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Each festive season, after the late nights, parties and tipples—not to mention the expense of going to bars— many people give up alcohol entirely for the month of January.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2025
Next door, a separate cocktail bar, called The Grey, offers tipples at night, as well as coffee service in the morning and lunch in the afternoon.
—Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Dec. 2025
Noun
Specialty tipples, meanwhile, are derived from one key ingredient, mirroring that simplicity ethos in the restaurant’s dishes.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
But while people’s loyalty to their favourite tipples can be strong, some newer Portuguese wines have enjoyed a surge in popularity.
—Deeya Sonalkar, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
Bar director Justin Sheffey and bar manager Christopher Osman invent new cocktails and innovate concepts on old-school tipples.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Each festive season, after the late nights, parties and tipples—not to mention the expense of going to bars— many people give up alcohol entirely for the month of January.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2025
Next door, a separate cocktail bar, called The Grey, offers tipples at night, as well as coffee service in the morning and lunch in the afternoon.
—Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tipples
Noun
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Like the winter games, these drinks mix the old and the new—classic liquors with fresh flavors.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Feb. 2026
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In recent years, the festival has expanded its offerings to attendees, including beers from outside the country, non-alcoholic beers, ciders and even some hard liquors.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Both drinks help with fluid intake, but coconut water is the better choice after a workout or a hot day.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
16 Feb. 2026
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Sugary drinks are defined as non-alcoholic beverages with natural or artificial sweeteners, or drinks with less than 50% fruit juice.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Most people tolerate monk fruit well, but blends that include sugar alcohols (like erythritol) may cause digestive symptoms in some individuals.—
Brianna Tobritzhofer,
Health,
16 Feb. 2026
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Sugar alcohols contain fewer calories and are slowly digested, helping prevent sharp spikes in blood sugar.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The rollers are fast, portable, quiet and mess-free, great for prescription bottles, bills, bank statements, shipping labels and more.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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While the famed Médoc is known as the home of some of the world’s finest bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon, one producer is quietly bucking the trend.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2026
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While spending several thousand dollars on a Scotch was not unheard of, this was the first time an American whiskey company offered a rare blend that rivaled other spirits from around the world.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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Inside, a long mahogany counter glows beneath warm gold walls, where bartenders move with precision through a selection of classics and inventive cocktails built on bold spirits and house infusions.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Tipples.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tipples. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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