soft drink

noun

: a usually carbonated nonalcoholic beverage
especially : soda pop

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Its difficult to say if large corporations will choose to charge consumers more for soft drinks or try to reduce their sugar content. Alex Ledsom, Fortune Europe, 1 Dec. 2024 In return, Coca-Cola became a soft drinks supplier at the park and has also occupied this slot at its counterpart, Walt Disney World in Florida, since its ornate iron gates swung open in 1971. Caroline Reid, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024 Consumers can reduce costs by purchasing store-brand pies, according to Wells Fargo; as well as take advantage of 2-liter bottled soft drinks to help balance the budget. Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 12 Nov. 2024 Poised to retain control, GOP lawmakers continue seeking AZ ballot measure reform Family behind Phoenix's last chop suey house has fed generations of diners Beer, cocktails and soft drinks are available. Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 12 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for soft drink 

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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“Soft drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soft%20drink. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

soft drink

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

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