: a carbonated soft drink colored usually with caramel and flavored usually with extracts from kola nuts
cola
2 of 3plural of colon
1
cost-of-living adjustment
2
cost-of-living allowance
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 May 2026
SunSip’s lineup includes Ginger, Lemon Lime, a cola-style option and fruit-forward seasonal flavors, giving shoppers a mix of traditional and rotating choices.
—Kansas City Star, 5 May 2026
For most healthy adults, the occasional cola—such as a few servings per week—is unlikely to affect the kidneys in any measurable way.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 2 May 2026
The glossy cola-and-whiskey frosting adds tons of richness and amps the cake's sweetness while adding that gentle whiskey and boozy warmth.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
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What started as a niche wellness category dominated by Olipop and Poppi has now drawn in the biggest names in beverages, with Pepsi launching its own prebiotic cola and Coca-Cola entering the space with Simply Pop.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 May 2026
SunSip’s lineup includes Ginger, Lemon Lime, a cola-style option and fruit-forward seasonal flavors, giving shoppers a mix of traditional and rotating choices.
—Kansas City Star, 5 May 2026
For most healthy adults, the occasional cola—such as a few servings per week—is unlikely to affect the kidneys in any measurable way.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 2 May 2026
The glossy cola-and-whiskey frosting adds tons of richness and amps the cake's sweetness while adding that gentle whiskey and boozy warmth.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
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“Cola.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cola. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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