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adjective

Definition of tonicnext
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as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind breathe in clear tonic mountain air never underestimate the tonic power of humor on a sick person

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as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind the tonic air of the mountains is just what you need after being cooped up in the city for so long

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tonic

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noun

as in soda

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Recent Examples of tonic
Adjective
Then came the tonic-clonic seizures, which are full body seizures. — Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2022 Research has found that turmeric supplements may delay the onset of tonic-clonic seizures as well as myoclonic jerks. — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 18 Oct. 2022
Noun
The backstory For most of my life, the Old Dutch Inn has been just a faint memory of kicking my legs from a bar stool, drinking a Shirley Temple next to my late grandmother, who would likely have been nursing a gin and tonic. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026 Overstory’s hojicha tonic is another example of a cocktail using high-quality, expensive ingredients. — Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tonic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tonic
  1. refreshing
  2. healthy
  3. soda
  4. restorative
  5. medicinal
  6. libation
  7. good
  8. soft drink
Adjective
  • Make a refreshing mocktail with a sprig of rosemary plus equal parts unsweetened cranberry juice and club soda or sparkling water.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 2 Nov. 2026
  • There’s something really cool and really refreshing about that.
    — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of refreshing
Adjective
  • The Saints offense is seemingly only getting healthier and now with three legitimate receivers and their running back on the cusp of a return, Shough could be primed for a nice Week 10 and a big second half.
    — Jonathan Rubin, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Follow a meal plan combining Mediterranean and DASH diet principles rich in leafy greens, berries and healthy fats.
    — Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of healthy
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  • The company expects its dirty soda products to reach nearly 4,000 stores by the end of November, and two holiday kits launched at 1,300 Target stores and online.
    — Julia Fields FOX News may be compensated for, or earn a commission if you buy through, our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
  • In early summer 2025, James began noticing multiple drinks in his home, including soda and energy drinks, tasted unusually bitter, attorneys said.
    — Tim Fang, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of soda
Adjective
  • The spa Few things feel more restorative after a day of travel than a really good massage.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Historically, Ashland was also sometimes referred to as the Baden-Baden (a historic German spa town) of America thanks to its healing mineral waters, drawing visitors from near and far seeking restorative baths.
    — Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of restorative
Adjective
  • Researchers have also discovered hundreds of medicinal compounds in insects, and there are likely many more to be found.
    — Chris Elphick, The Conversation, 6 Nov. 2026
  • What readers are saying The comments discuss the historical use of cannabis, suggesting it was likely used in ancient times for medicinal and recreational purposes, similar to other plants like poppies and coca leaves.
    — Miriam Waldvogel, Washington Post, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of medicinal
Noun
  • For now, the cocktail lounge menu offers classic libations, like an Old Fashioned and Moscow Mule.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Some riff on seltzer water, others on soda pops, while some reinvent heritage libations, like switchel and agua fresca—all while tasting ridiculously refreshing.
    — Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of libation
Adjective
  • And good things came to the Nets even when the deep ball didn’t fall.
    — Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Pisces February 19 – March 20 A good cause can still come with an unclear request.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of good
Noun
  • The soft drink and snack food company acquired Pizza Hut in 1977, Taco Bell in 1978, and Kentucky Fried Chicken in 1986.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Oct. 2026
  • However, the soft drink and snack giant cut full-year core earnings-per-share guidance.
    — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of soft drink

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