strong drink

noun

Definition of strong drinknext
as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk he's been known to partake of strong drink now and then

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Recent Examples of strong drink Pop into Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto for a strong drink and lively service. — Valerie Marino, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Jan. 2026 The eclectic crowd is part of the appeal, with locals, tourists, musicians, creatives and film-industry regulars all mixed together over frozen cocktails and strong drinks. — Elissa Rosen, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026 Saturday-Sunday This Mexican restaurant in Clearfork is known for its brisket tacos and strong drinks – their froze with rose and vodka has a two drink limit. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026 Mother Tucker’s Tavern Mother Tucker’s Tavern serves strong drinks, friendly bartenders, classic pub grub, and a come-as-you-are vibe. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for strong drink
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strong drink
  1. alcohol
  2. drink
  3. liquor
  4. booze
  5. bottle
  6. rum
Noun
  • Public health data has taught us that alcohol, which can be fine when consumed in moderation, can be harmful to individual and societal health in excessive amounts.
    — Adam Hoffer, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • In fact, the organizers have expressly banned alcohol and drugs from the event – and the attendees wouldn’t have it any other way.
    — Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Definition of alcohol
Noun
  • Sugary drinks, greasy grill residue, dropped crumbs and overflowing trash are all fair game.
    — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • The tiki drinks, delivered both poolside and beachside, were fruity and strong but well balanced.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Definition of drink
Noun
  • The film was projected under some Christmas lights, which splayed over the liquor.
    — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 July 2026
  • In 2023, the Ukrainian government sanctioned him for allegedly continuing to engage with Russia, paying taxes to Moscow and facilitating business transactions through his liquor business in Crimea, a Ukrainian peninsula which Russia annexed in 2014.
    — Robert McGreevy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of liquor
Noun
  • How the alcohol industry puts policy on ice Each year, the American Cancer Society raises hundreds of thousands from the wine and spirits industry through an annual fundraising gala featuring free-flowing booze like pineapple margaritas.
    — Sarah Todd, STAT, 1 July 2026
  • No wonder Don Draper drank booze all the time.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of booze
Noun
  • There are books and wine bottles as decor on the ledges, and a glow of warm lighting.
    — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 2 July 2026
  • Small, compact and portable, no coffee maker needed, and each bottle provides up to 35 servings.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
Definition of bottle
Noun
  • In 1776, rum was the most popular spirit — whiskey would take that top spot in the 1780s — so rum would be the most on-theme liquor.
    — Brooke Barbier, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • People drank rum punch at almost every gathering, often sharing from a single communal bowl.
    — Zach Dean OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of rum

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“Strong drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strong%20drink. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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