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as in to sip
to swallow in liquid form
the doctor wants her to drink lots of water before the examination
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as in to booze
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages
we're worried that she's started drinking again
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as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
you can get drinks at the bar only if you show them a valid ID
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Recent Examples of drink
Nick Caruso, TVLine, 6 Feb. 2025
Tickets start at $120, with food and drink minimum.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2025
Michelle Lee, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
After all, fashion partygoers, editors, and designers could use a good drink when running around from different shows in the snow.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025
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While Dylan drinks the Kool-Aid, who would’ve thought that Tom Sandoval would, seven episodes later, become the voice of reason in the castle.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 6 Feb. 2025
Tickets start at $120, with food and drink minimum.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2025
Noun
Alessandro Palazzi, an expert mixologist, will serve drinks infused with Italian flavors and herbs grown at Highgrove.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
After all, fashion partygoers, editors, and designers could use a good drink when running around from different shows in the snow.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drink
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The hint of herb flavor is subtle in each version (but strongest in the Blackberry Sage Lemonade Refresher) but is flavorful enough to turn the berry drinks from a summertime sip into a cold weather option.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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The trailer features Drake in a trance while posted up in the corner of a speakeasy, sipping on a drink as he’s surrounded by chatty women not paying him any mind.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
3 Feb. 2025
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At this party and others across Washington DC on Sunday night, dozens of podcasters, influencers, and Republican digital strategists took their victory lap, boozing with their online mutuals and handing out awards for their accomplishments.—
Makena Kelly,
WIRED,
20 Jan. 2025
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The jubilant atmosphere inspired by dried and roasted meats, booze, and the prospect of watching an idol in action dissipated when the young men heard those words.—
Felix Nesi (Tr. Lara Norgaard),
The Dial,
21 Jan. 2024
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High blood sugar triggers the body to produce more insulin, which then causes cells to absorb glucose and use it for energy.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
Fox News,
3 Feb. 2025
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There has been more than 650,000 square feet of office absorbed by the market since the beginning of this year.—
Molly Davis,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
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The Giorgio Armani world of food and beverage made its debut in 1998 with the launch of the Paris restaurant, followed in 2000 by the landmark Nobu Milano location.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
7 Feb. 2025
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Margaret enjoyed the outdoors all year long, a good read, a good bargain, keeping a beverage cold, photography, lazy days at the cabin, being in and on the water, camping, and so much more.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Four plaintiffs in the new suit accused the former New York City Ballet dancer, who died in 2006, of inviting dancers to her home where her husband, Don Coleman, gave them alcohol and had students strip naked to perform for him.—
Sara Coello,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Feb. 2025
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That inventory is awaiting bottling at a time when younger adults appear to be drinking less alcohol.—
Bruce Schreiner,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The detective accepted the dare and gulped down the milk meant for the sergeant’s child, according to court papers.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2025
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Even the most casual sports fan has seen athletes gulping down neon sports drinks on the sidelines and during post-game media interviews, and gels and chews are at every aid station during a race.—
Matthew Kadey,
Outside Online,
8 Feb. 2025
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Over time, someone with ALS loses the ability to walk, chew, swallow food and breathe, according to WebMD.—
Victoria Edel,
People.com,
6 Feb. 2025
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Esophageal dilation: Strictures, or narrowing of the esophagus, can make swallowing difficult.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
6 Feb. 2025
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The federal government has vowed retaliatory tariffs and provinces have ordered U.S. booze removed from liquor store shelves, meaning millions of Canadians would have to drown their sorrows with rye instead of bourbon.—
Stephen Maher,
TIME,
15 Feb. 2025
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Keith also faces charges of first-degree robbery and armed criminal action in connection with another armed robbery at a liquor store in January, the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office said in a statement.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drink. Accessed 18 Feb. 2025.
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