as in strange
different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion
she wears staid business suits, but prefers some quite rum knickers underneath
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as in liquor
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
a fiery sermon on the evils of demon rum
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Recent Examples of rum
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Apr. 2022
Neda Ulaby, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
One of the best — and certainly the most glamorous — spots on the island to sip and savor, Remy Bar & Salon, offers a menu of signature tipples like the Eden Colada, with rum and Champagne, as well as expertly mixed classics.
—Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The whiskey was distilled in 1989 and matured in ex-rum casks before being finished for three years in barrels that previously contained Pedro Ximénez (PX) Sherry.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Apr. 2022
Noun
Remove from the heat and stir in the rum, if using.
To assemble, carefully turn the cake out of the pan.
—Neda Ulaby, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
One of the best — and certainly the most glamorous — spots on the island to sip and savor, Remy Bar & Salon, offers a menu of signature tipples like the Eden Colada, with rum and Champagne, as well as expertly mixed classics.
—Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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The relationship ended abruptly when Vanessa Townsend, Townsend’s wife, received a strange flower delivery accompanied by a note informing her of the affair.Paige Harriss, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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Asked if there’s a moment that’s especially strange, like when the lineup is introduced or when the game starts, Beal said every moment is weird.Doug Haller, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Residents ride their motorbike past a burning liquor store during the Eaton Fire in the Altadena area of Los Angeles County, Calif., on Wednesday.Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 9 Jan. 2025
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But the cannabis dispensaries are open on Sundays so why can’t the liquor stores be open on Sundays?Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 7 Jan. 2025
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Nick Park directed this funny flick that may not be Aardman’s best, but minor Aardman is still a family film worth seeing.Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
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Favorite Memory Activity: There needs to be a healthy level of trust for this activity to work well, but the idea is that people share a memory from their childhood, perhaps a funny story, challenging time or a proud moment.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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The science behind the link between alcohol and cancer The relationship between alcohol and cancer has been clear to scientists for decades.Nikki Crowley, The Conversation, 10 Jan. 2025
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To avoid situational triggers involving using both together, quit or significantly reduce alcohol consumption for the first few weeks of attempting to quit smoking.Kashif J. Piracha, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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By Judy Berman January 17, 2025 6:00 AM EST The spectacular finale of Severance’s first season introduced a love triangle more bizarre than New Order could ever have imagined.Judy Berman, TIME, 17 Jan. 2025
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Duran Duran has paid tribute to the late American filmmaker David Lynch, whose brilliant and bizarre films laid the inspirational groundwork for a young Nick Rhodes.Lars Brandle, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2025
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This Nonalcoholic Negroni Is My Ticket to Hangover-Free Mornings All the bittersweet flavor of the original, none of the booze.Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appétit, 9 Jan. 2025
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Such a person generally doesn’t have to worry about the dire effects of booze on their microbiome.Betsy Andrews, Saveur, 9 Jan. 2025
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Volunteers from the community worked together to remove the shark from the beach while keeping the area secure from curious onlookers.Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Many curious onlookers have wondered whether—and when—Yellowstone might next erupt.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Jan. 2025
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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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“Rum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rum. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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