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as in to drink
to drink wine or give wine to (another person) to drink
wined and dined her clients in hopes of closing the deal
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Recent Examples of wine
Regan Stephens,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
After a private two-hour, behind-the-scenes farm tour and raw bar experience—wine pairings plus a shucking lesson—you’ll return to the hotel to enjoy more of the farm’s oysters, along with caviar, matched with Champagne.
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Andrew Sessa,
Robb Report,
2 July 2026
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2026
Doug Jones, owner of the establishment, said a special Mother's Day brunch menu and wine bottles with fresh flowers were prepared.
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Veronica Ortega,
CBS News,
10 May 2026
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But thanks to recent incremental licensing changes — and the determination of a few entrepreneurs — the city’s wine scene has slowly matured.
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Regan Stephens,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
After a private two-hour, behind-the-scenes farm tour and raw bar experience—wine pairings plus a shucking lesson—you’ll return to the hotel to enjoy more of the farm’s oysters, along with caviar, matched with Champagne.
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Andrew Sessa,
Robb Report,
2 July 2026
Verb
And Netflix persuaded Jennifer Lopez, Florence Pugh, Tina Fey and John Cena to come all the way to a film studio on the Hudson River, before wining and dining media buyers with burgers, booze and grain bowls in one of its empty soundstages.
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Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2026
Doug Jones, owner of the establishment, said a special Mother's Day brunch menu and wine bottles with fresh flowers were prepared.
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Veronica Ortega,
CBS News,
10 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wine
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The investigation is ongoing, and details where and how the liquor was manufactured have not been released.
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On their way to Foxborough for an opening match against Haiti, Scottish fans reportedly bought up all the beer—including Tennent's Lager, a popular beer in Scotland—at local bars and liquor stores.
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Staying hydrated is also key, so make sure to drink plenty of water.
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The Tartan Army finally made it to Fenway, a sort of Loch Ness Monster meeting the Green Monstah, in time to watch the Texas Rangers beat the Red Sox 6-4, apparently drinking the Hub dry.
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Despite the teetotaling decision, stacks of beer, including Michelob Ultra, Kona Big Wave, Bud Light and Budweiser sat behind the register as workers informed attendees that alcohol would be sold beginning Thursday.
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This is essentially the Philippines’ lambanog, tuba distilled, with a high alcohol proof and a bite like rustic sugarcane alcohol.
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Meanwhile, the glamorous Chandelier Bar—named for the sparkling custom light installation of some 15,000 crystals that is the centerpiece of the hotel lobby—is the place to sip classic New Orleans libations like the Sazerac and French 75 or a signature Chandelier martini.
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To treat heat exhaustion, move into a cool indoor space or shade immediately, drink liquids, remove unnecessary clothing including socks and shoes, use cold water or a cold compress on the head, face and neck to cool down, and frequently sip cold water.
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There are books and wine bottles as decor on the ledges, and a glow of warm lighting.
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Small, compact and portable, no coffee maker needed, and each bottle provides up to 35 servings.
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The imaginative cocktails and mocktails are infused with fresh herbs and fruit and topped with a sprig of bougainvillea, while an on-site craft brewery produces mead and beer, made with spring water sourced on the property.
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Small Memories Winery and Meadery – a newcomer to Wine on the Fox – had a line of wine lovers eager to sample their wines as well as offerings from its mead selection.
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How the alcohol industry puts policy on ice Each year, the American Cancer Society raises hundreds of thousands from the wine and spirits industry through an annual fundraising gala featuring free-flowing booze like pineapple margaritas.
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No wonder Don Draper drank booze all the time.
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In 1776, rum was the most popular spirit — whiskey would take that top spot in the 1780s — so rum would be the most on-theme liquor.
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People drank rum punch at almost every gathering, often sharing from a single communal bowl.
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“Wine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wine. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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