1
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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Recent Examples of tonic
Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
All guests are invited for a complimentary gin and tonic every evening, and there are gin flights and gin masterclasses available as well.
—Adam Morganstern, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 22 Sep. 2022
Each of Erewhon’s seven locations has a tonic bar that serves a variety of smoothies.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2022
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Adjective
Bubbly tonic; the bite of piney, nearly camphorous juniper; the zing of bright green citrus.
—Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
All guests are invited for a complimentary gin and tonic every evening, and there are gin flights and gin masterclasses available as well.
—Adam Morganstern, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Noun
Perhaps going back eight centuries had a tonic effect on Dunham.
—Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 22 Sep. 2022
Each of Erewhon’s seven locations has a tonic bar that serves a variety of smoothies.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tonic
Adjective
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Bright acidity and a refreshing minerality result in a lingering, dry finish.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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No beach day is complete without refreshing drinks and snacks.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
28 June 2025
Adjective
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Primarily, passenger revenue grew a healthy 5.4% to £2.16 billion, as travel demand remained robust and was able to meet the higher capacity introduced.—
John Choong,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Many everyday foods in Japan are super healthy, and the cuisine is based on natural, nutritious ingredients.—
Veronica Cristino,
Vogue,
26 June 2025
Noun
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For continued softness, add ½ cup of baking soda to every load and skip the fabric softeners.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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In some instances, people obtained whatever soda happened to be available, rather than specifically craving Coca-Cola as a particular brand.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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These programs focus on healing, not punishment, while addressing vital needs such as housing, access to mental health care, employment and restorative justice.—
Natasha Dartigue,
Baltimore Sun,
21 June 2025
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For Bailey, getting back onstage is not only familiar but restorative.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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Some even eat loquats raw, not only for their addictive taste, but also for medicinal purposes.—
Tribune News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 June 2025
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It is often sold in the form of lotions, oils and edibles for medicinal purposes.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
20 June 2025
Noun
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The movement toward soft glam, luminous skin, and pops of color is all about honoring our features, not reshaping them.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
27 June 2025
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Lorde dials back the nature themes and acoustic sounds in service to sturdier pop fare and a more approachable façade.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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My hope is that in the next year or two the Heat can open up the roster and have the dollars to get one or two really good players to complement Bam and Tyler Herro and hopefully Kel’el Ware. – Joel, Fort Lauderdale.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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The most important thing to consider when determining if a certain plant is a good match for hydrangeas is growing conditions.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
Noun
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In honor of this local libation, this competition was all about seeing how the top mixologists in the area would put their own unique spin on this beloved and well-known drink.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 July 2025
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Crafted with blends of ginger-turmeric juice and citrus kicks, these libations promise to make the sobriety endurance a little easier.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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“Tonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tonic. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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