as in drinkable
suitable for drinking
around here, the only potable water comes from wells
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as in drink
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
hid the potables in the back hall closet
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Recent Examples of potable
Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
Water supplies have fallen 75% in Africa as well as in the Middle East as a result of drying—leading not only to shortages of potable water, but also resources needed for sanitation.
—Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
Arkansas Online, 2 Dec. 2022
Winter storms have brought incredible cold temperatures to the state and power outages and burst pipes have many Texans without heat, food or even potable water.
—oregonlive, 18 Feb. 2021
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Adjective
There are chemical toilets, but no potable water, electricity, cell-phone coverage or WiFi.
—Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
Water supplies have fallen 75% in Africa as well as in the Middle East as a result of drying—leading not only to shortages of potable water, but also resources needed for sanitation.
—Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
Noun
For days last August, people waited in lines for water to drink, bathe, cook and flush toilets in Mississippi's capital as some businesses were temporarily forced to close for lack of potable water.
—Arkansas Online, 2 Dec. 2022
Winter storms have brought incredible cold temperatures to the state and power outages and burst pipes have many Texans without heat, food or even potable water.
—oregonlive, 18 Feb. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potable
Adjective
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Hood suggested making sure that homes were stocked with shelf-stable foods that cen be prepared without power, drinkable water and a backup way to heat their home.—
Remington Miller,
arkansasonline.com,
13 Jan. 2025
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For much of the first full week of 2025, residents of Virginia's capital city didn't have drinkable water coming out of their taps.—
Karri Peifer,
Axios,
13 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This includes formula, breast milk, toddler drinks, and baby/toddler food (puree pouches count).—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Jan. 2025
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In-room extras for Yacht Club guests include a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine, nightly turn-down service with a plate of chocolates or other sweets, free minibar drinks, bottled water replenished daily, and free Wi-Fi.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Jan. 2025
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This series covers food and beverages, personal care, beauty, household care, home goods, baby and kids, pets and so much more.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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In short, the trend toward healthy foods may bring significant regulatory changes to the food and beverage industry and the pharmaceutical industry.—
Mike Patton,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Under the auspices of the Sustainable Marblehead Beach Cleaning team, led by Pam Roberts, groups of volunteers clean at least one beach in Marblehead each week, year-round.—
Bette Keva,
BostonGlobe.com,
3 Feb. 2023
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Instead, use a clean Q-tip to gently wipe away any excess spray.—
Leah Campano,
Seventeen,
3 Feb. 2023
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Chris Perugini’s introduction to whiskey came at a time when Scotch was cheap, bourbon collected dust on liquor store shelves, and the only person drinking Manhattans was your ... Editorial Standards Forbes Accolades Join The Conversation Comments 0 One Community.—
Chris Perugini,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Adriana Atilano, 53, a clerk at a liquor store in Pilsen who is originally from Mexico, said many Latinos in Chicago had come to resent its status as a sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants.—
Ernesto Londoño,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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His strong second-half effort in last January’s divisional-round drubbing of the Houston Texans, punctuated by a touchdown run that continued through the end-zone tunnel at M&T Bank Stadium, remains fresh in my mind, too.—
Michael Silver,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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Funding will be used to expand its food Co-op program across Gary by equipping individuals with the skills needed to successfully launch and sustain their own food co-ops, while providing residents with access to fresh, healthy, and affordable food.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Many were drinking alcohol from coolers at the home, the release said.—
Silas Morgan,
Orlando Sentinel,
25 Jan. 2025
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Limit caffeine to earlier in the day, and don’t drink alcohol within 3 hours of bedtime.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
24 Jan. 2025
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No booze, no prob — Mindful Drinking Fest is returning to the Union Market area this weekend for another run.—
Mimi Montgomery,
Axios,
9 Jan. 2025
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During Christmas, these culprits were in abundance, but cakes, bread and booze weren't the only things to blame.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Potable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potable. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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