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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2026
For tipples, the bar offers up natural wines and cocktails built around seasonal flavors, which are made behind a striking green bar.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 23 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
The Rare Bird rooftop deck, Trade Room, open lobby bar, and Hidden Bar are all Gatsby-style gathering places for guests and locals to listen to live music and sip on sophisticated tipples.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2026
For tipples, the bar offers up natural wines and cocktails built around seasonal flavors, which are made behind a striking green bar.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 23 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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On top of high-quality tacos, Nixtaco also distills its own liquors.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Ethanol, the type of alcohol in spirits, has a much lower freezing point than water, meaning high-proof liquors remain liquid even at subzero temperatures.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In a fit of rage over the expositions made in Lexi's play, Nate drives to a warehouse where Cal drinks with a few of his orgy partners.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Apr. 2026
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Lady Funari’s food, drinks Among the menu items grew straight from Funari’s kitchen are the Spaghetti & Blue Crab, a two-course experience inspired by a longstanding family tradition.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Diarrhea Limit foods and beverages that contain sugar alcohols, high-fructose corn syrup and lactose, which might make diarrhea worse.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Even if a fragrance features those winning base notes that Morgan outlined, a formulation that relies heavily on synthetics or alcohols may be a red flag for smelling cheap.—
Alexis Berger,
StyleCaster,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This buzzy wine playground in Old Town Scottsdale comes from Jack Borenstein and Jamie Hormel, the latter known for helming Wrigley Mansion (Phoenix) and its 16,000 bottles.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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A couple of wine bottles, cocktail mixers, and garnishes for your go-to party drinks will save you lots of time.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Apr. 2026
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Hollywood and exhibitors alike are arriving in good spirits because people are actually going to theaters.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
12 Apr. 2026
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All four were reported to be in good health and good spirits.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Tipples.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tipples. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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