hot chocolate

noun

: hot milk that is chocolate-flavored
a cup of hot chocolate

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Served inside a lacquer music box with a choice of TWG tea or Maison Marou hot chocolate, it's beautifully presented. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026 Those activities include a community altar display, face painting, educational exhibits and seasonal treats like Pan de Muerto and hot chocolate, according to the release. — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026 Luvamia Faux Suede Zip-up Jacket Suede and fall go together like hot chocolate and a cozy afternoon, so this faux suede bomber was an immediate add-to-cart moment for me. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2026 Each hot chocolate mix is packaged in its own decorative box with flavors like peppermint swirl, gingerbread, s’mores, chocolate cherry, and more to finish every day with a cheerful sweet treat. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hot chocolate

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“Hot chocolate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hot%20chocolate. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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