as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
an autopsy found a lethal cocktail of banned substances in the actor's body
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Recent Examples of cocktail
The drinks menu features craft cocktails, local wines, and beers.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
There will be sidecars on silver trays and classic cocktails, named for luminaries such as Jackie O., crafted behind a mahogany bar.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 8 Jan. 2025
Find low-cost alternatives Instead of pricey dinners and cocktails, consider more affordable options such as coffee dates, casual picnics or exploring free events like museum exhibitions.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
The interactive series pairs cocktails made with spirits distilled by women, small plates prepared by Csoka and a history lesson all in one.
—Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2025
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
There will be sidecars on silver trays and classic cocktails, named for luminaries such as Jackie O., crafted behind a mahogany bar.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 8 Jan. 2025
Find low-cost alternatives Instead of pricey dinners and cocktails, consider more affordable options such as coffee dates, casual picnics or exploring free events like museum exhibitions.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
The interactive series pairs cocktails made with spirits distilled by women, small plates prepared by Csoka and a history lesson all in one.
—Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocktail
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Despite the easy ride, Trump still peppered the conversation with a mixture of falsehoods that Newsweek's Fact Check team has assessed.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Exchange generally works best as a mixture of mobility and investment.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
22 Jan. 2025
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The 144-page magazine, which is printed on FSC mix paper, retails for 40 euros and is available at bookstores including OFR, Les Cahiers de Colette and L’Ecume des Pages in Paris.—
Joelle Diderich,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
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Large sections of Interstate 10 — the Gulf Coast’s major thoroughfare — in Texas and Louisiana are closed Tuesday as snow and some icy mix make travel difficult to impossible.—
Karina Tsui,
CNN,
21 Jan. 2025
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Different formulations are tailored for specific groups, such as prenatal multivitamins, senior-specific blends, or vegetarian options.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
22 Jan. 2025
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Miller is a tantalizing blend of skill and toughness, the type of player that can drag a team into the fight.—
Shayna Goldman,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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Not only does each cremation use a lot of energy in the form of natural gas, but toxic mercury vapor also gets liberated from old-style amalgam tooth fillings.—
Collin Blinder,
The Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2025
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The term is an amalgam of two of the three languages spoken in Corsica (Corsu, French, and Italian).—
Sara Lieberman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2025
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Its aluminum alloy body, covered in a wear-resistant hard-anodized finish, should survive a few drops too.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
27 Jan. 2025
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There's also a beige convertible roof and some shiny 17-inch alloy wheels.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
27 Jan. 2025
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Malek’s singing portrayal of Mercury is reportedly an amalgamation of a few voices.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
20 Jan. 2025
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Davis’ character, meanwhile, was more an amalgamation of several other characters who appeared in Bushnell’s columns.—
John Russell,
People.com,
20 Jan. 2025
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The French phenom is dazzling with his incredible combination of height, length, speed, agility, ball-handling skills, and shooting ability and range.—
Ricardo Klein,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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If Edwards can start to find the mark more often and Finch can find the right lineup combinations, there is a corner to be turned.—
Jon Krawczynski,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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Released last month, the six-track EP is a seamless fusion of Karri’s Bay Area roots and his profound admiration for Toronto’s moody R&B sonics.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2025
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In severe cases, foot arthritis can be treated with surgery, such as a joint fusion.—
Sarah Richards,
Verywell Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Cocktail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocktail. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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