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
Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2022
Expect an activation from The Emerald Cup paying homage to winners from the recent Emerald Cup Awards, a tonic bar from Space Gems, and a wellness and movement schedule by Lucky Box Club.
—Lindsey Bartlett, Forbes, 12 July 2022
Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2025
Seasonal specials run the gamut from the trendy espresso tonic or a fragrant honey-lavender latte that seems perfect for spring.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Each of Erewhon’s seven locations has a tonic bar that serves a variety of smoothies.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2022
Expect an activation from The Emerald Cup paying homage to winners from the recent Emerald Cup Awards, a tonic bar from Space Gems, and a wellness and movement schedule by Lucky Box Club.
—Lindsey Bartlett, Forbes, 12 July 2022
Noun
How to Combine Apple cider vinegar and turmeric can be combined and enjoyed in various ways when cooking, including:
Cold tonic or tea: Combine 1 to 2 Tbsp of ACV, water, and one teaspoon of turmeric powder.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2025
Seasonal specials run the gamut from the trendy espresso tonic or a fragrant honey-lavender latte that seems perfect for spring.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tonic
Adjective
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That glistening swimming hole might look—and feel—refreshing on a sweltering day.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
23 May 2025
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In an era of horror mired in pathos and trauma metaphors, there’s a refreshing simplicity to movies that are just about finding new ways to turn people into goop.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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This will enable you to see if the organization is financially healthy.—
Maayan Aviv,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Gummed up Emulsifiers can be found in foods marketed as natural or healthy as well as ones that look artificial.—
David Hilzenrath,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
Noun
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Butterfly bush nectar is to butterflies what sugary soda is to humans.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 May 2025
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This compact projector delivers impressive performance in a package barely larger than a soda can.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The legislation would require board members to participate annually in 20 hours of training on topics including domestic violence, restorative justice, racial bias, mental health and trauma.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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Unlike sitting, sleep promotes healthful, restorative processes that help regulate blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and support heart function, says Diaz.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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Sandalwood has been used for thousands of years for olfactory, medicinal and spiritual purposes, such as during prehistoric ceremonies and for ancient Egyptian embalming.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
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Inmates preferred what is called a fecal immunochemical test, which doesn’t have medicinal or dietary restrictions, according to the report.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
21 May 2025
Noun
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And salt works well to help the proteins in the beef pop with flavor.—
Shawn J. Sullivan,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Will duetting with Tate McRae — his first collab with any woman, let alone one from the top 40 world — open Wallen up to the larger pop world?—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Instead, eating and preparing them may simply entail extra care and adherence to best food safety practices.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Here are 5 of the best Our best wishes on a safe start to the day.—
Quartz Staff,
Quartz,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Ahead of the summer season when popularity swells for sweeter libations, Deep Eddy vodka, Hornitos tequila, and Chinola liqueur are among the major brands that have launched new pineapple expressions.—
John Kell,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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RuPaul's Drag Race's iconic Snatch Game celebrity impersonation challenge can go one of two ways: Romper room f---ery (season 4, season 14) or a masterclass of improv talent that goes down smoother than a libation flavored with citrus.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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“Tonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tonic. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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