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
Guests sipped passion fruit and tequila cocktails while mingling about.
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Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 11 Apr. 2025
Tickets are $310, including a boxed sandwich lunch, seltzers, beers and cocktails, along with event hats, polos, swag bags and a post-tournament dinner buffet.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Amazon One Medical present the comedian/musician’s weekend one activation at the Ace Hotel alongside a performance by Neil Frances, giveaways, mocktails, cocktails and more.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2025
And rightly so—this deceptively simple cocktail is a masterclass in balance.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 11 Apr. 2025
Tickets are $310, including a boxed sandwich lunch, seltzers, beers and cocktails, along with event hats, polos, swag bags and a post-tournament dinner buffet.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Amazon One Medical present the comedian/musician’s weekend one activation at the Ace Hotel alongside a performance by Neil Frances, giveaways, mocktails, cocktails and more.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2025
And rightly so—this deceptively simple cocktail is a masterclass in balance.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocktail
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Talking with a mixture of focus and intensity in his face, James looked at the practice court and was asked if the necessary ingredients to win him a fifth NBA championship were in the room.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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If necessary, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture is slightly sticky, up to 1/4 cup total.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2025
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Still, expect both drivers to be in the mix on Sunday.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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Neither does the oak, even after almost 25 years, although that small amount of virgin oak barrels in the mix adds a splash of vibrant wood to the flavor profile.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
13 Apr. 2025
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Along with the antioxidant-rich 100% organic olive oil, there is a blend of vitamin E and rosemary lead oil to protect and refresh the skin.—
Rosa Jisoo Pyo,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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New talent: Czapek stood out among the independents at Watches and Wonders 2025, impressing with its blend of heritage craftsmanship and contemporary style.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Then again, each generation’s Times Square is different from the next, though all are some amalgam of the tawdry and the brilliant, of decay and glitter.—
Frank Rich,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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Convey, at its core, is an amalgam of all these endeavors.—
Laura May Todd,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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The balance wheel is made of a non-magnetic brass alloy and the Syloxi hairspring has been re-profiled to ensure stable performance at 36,000 vibrations per hour.—
Steven Rogers,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
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Metal alloys and minerals, such as silica or potassium carbonate, are added to regular glass to create crystal; this enhances the material’s shine and durability.—
Katie Akin,
Southern Living,
6 Apr. 2025
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Jennifer Lawrence Makes the Case for a Different It-Bag By Hannah Jackson Celebrity Style Margot Robbie Is Team Canadian Tuxedo By Christian Allaire As the name suggests, this striking home was designed by a Mexican architect and is an elegant amalgamation of warm light, tones, and textures.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
7 Apr. 2025
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While ETFs can be traded throughout the day, mutual funds, as an amalgamation of different products, must be traded at the end of the day.—
Victor Rosario,
Sacramento Bee,
26 Feb. 2025
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The American Heart Association recommends that adults get at least two and a half hours per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or an hour and 15 minutes per week of vigorous aerobic activity, or some combination of both, preferably spread throughout the week.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Every slow start means a player is cooked, not ready or some combination of both.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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But athletes agree that there’s something special about NST, with its fusion of freestyle and freeride and its head-to-head format designed to root out the world’s best men and women in their respective disciplines.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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As part of the renovation, the hotel also introduced a new culinary offering: the Asian fusion restaurant Tamari, which specializes in teppanyaki-style cooking.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Cocktail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocktail. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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