soft drink

noun

: a usually carbonated nonalcoholic beverage
especially : soda pop

Examples of soft drink in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Enjoy evening train ride with a personal cheese or pepperoni pizza from Catch A Fire Pizza and one beer (ages 21-up) or soft drink. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 29 Sep. 2024 Part of the challenge for the soda maker is that Gen Z is more health-conscious, which has helped soft drink companies that tout health benefits. Chris Morris, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2024 Additionally, soft drinks are sold solely in returnable bottles with a deposit system, while canned beverages are prohibited, significantly reducing waste generation. Oyku Ilgar, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024 Initially introduced in June as a summer deal, the meal – which includes a sandwich, a small fry, a four-piece Chicken McNuggets and a small soft drink, is being extended. Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 17 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for soft drink 

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Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of soft drink was in 1843

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Cite this Entry

“Soft drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soft%20drink. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

soft drink

noun
: a sweet flavored beverage containing no alcohol
especially : soda pop

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