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as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
breathe in clear tonic mountain air never underestimate the tonic power of humor on a sick person
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as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind
the tonic air of the mountains is just what you need after being cooped up in the city for so long
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Recent Examples of tonic
Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2022
Expect an activation from The Emerald Cup paying homage to winners from the recent Emerald Cup Awards, a tonic bar from Space Gems, and a wellness and movement schedule by Lucky Box Club.
—Lindsey Bartlett, Forbes, 12 July 2022
Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
This former apothecary opened in 1792 and operating until 1933 houses herbal botanicals, old invoices and prescriptions, and tonics.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Each of Erewhon’s seven locations has a tonic bar that serves a variety of smoothies.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2022
Expect an activation from The Emerald Cup paying homage to winners from the recent Emerald Cup Awards, a tonic bar from Space Gems, and a wellness and movement schedule by Lucky Box Club.
—Lindsey Bartlett, Forbes, 12 July 2022
Noun
Obsession by Calvin Klein (1990) David Lynch’s first-ever foray into the world of hawking tonics was for Calvin Klein, making four short ads for its fragrance Obsession.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
This former apothecary opened in 1792 and operating until 1933 houses herbal botanicals, old invoices and prescriptions, and tonics.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tonic
Adjective
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Standouts include the Iberian pork with figs, and the refreshing pineapple, pink peppercorn and passion fruit dessert.—
Isabelle Kliger,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Listen to this article The UConn men’s basketball team came back from an early 10-point deficit and rolled to a refreshing 93-79 win over Georgetown at the XL Center on Wednesday night.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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For most healthy adults, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends up to 400 milligrams of caffeine daily, about two or three 12-ounce cups of coffee.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Health,
26 Feb. 2025
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Presented to the public in two segments, Lightfoot’s report showed the village went from having healthy budget balances to a multimillion-dollar deficit since Henyard was elected mayor.—
Mike Nolan,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The cocktail list showcases inventive flavor profiles, including a spritz made with Lillet Blanc, Cava and soda.—
Taryn White,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Hunger and thirst then became the only obstacles to overcome, but soda cans aren’t working properly.—
Issy van der Velde,
Rolling Stone,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Infusion of oat milk lends soothing, restorative, and softening properties.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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Pick between five styles—vinyasa, hatha, gentle, restorative, and yin—and curate a flow based on your experience level.—
Jenny McCoy,
Glamour,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Cryer started her company in 2017 to promote natural healing over pharmaceuticals, and got a certification in medicinal plants from Cornell University.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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This typically occurs when using ACV for medicinal purposes.—
Ashley Wong,
Health,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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At the same time, Kelce has used his NFL platform as a launching pad into even wider mainstream pop culture exposure.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Apple Cider Vinegar was in development during an especially tumultuous time for Spears, however, as the pop star navigated personal ups and downs following the end of her conservatorship in 2021.—
Patrick Brzeski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Arquette's performance is more simple but just as effective, giving hope and soul to a divorced single mom trying to do her best for her kids but with a tendency to bring home the wrong guys.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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While The Penguin, a spinoff of Reeves’ Batman that continues to steal award after award (on Sunday, star Colin Farrell won the SAG Award for best actor in a limited series), there seems to be no plan for a follow-up.—
Borys Kit,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Feb. 2025
Noun
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For any non-pregnant companions, my husband attests that the alcoholic libations were quite tasty as well.—
Laura Fisher,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2025
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Tourists from around the globe fly in to partake in the parades and fetes, all the while attempting to learn something about the South American country’s culture—which includes the local libations.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Tonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tonic. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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