as in alcoholic
a person who makes a habit of getting drunk
although he can still hold a job, he's definitely become a problem drinker
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This wine will appeal to both new drinkers and the most hardened wine critic alike.
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John Mariani, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Dunkin’s Pistachio Coffee, which first joined menus back in 2018, will be returning due to popular demand from Dunkin’ drinkers.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
In line with those trends, in recent years Baileys began offering more flavors than most drinkers are probably aware of, like Churros, S’mores and Vanilla Mint Shake (a personal favorite).
—Gina Pace, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Two weeks ago, Trump announced a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States that would go into effect March 12, worrying some soda drinkers that another staple will take more out of their wallet.
—Maria Sole Campinoti, CNN, 2 Mar. 2025
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John Mariani, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Dunkin’s Pistachio Coffee, which first joined menus back in 2018, will be returning due to popular demand from Dunkin’ drinkers.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
In line with those trends, in recent years Baileys began offering more flavors than most drinkers are probably aware of, like Churros, S’mores and Vanilla Mint Shake (a personal favorite).
—Gina Pace, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Two weeks ago, Trump announced a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States that would go into effect March 12, worrying some soda drinkers that another staple will take more out of their wallet.
—Maria Sole Campinoti, CNN, 2 Mar. 2025
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“Drinker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinker. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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