as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
an autopsy found a lethal cocktail of banned substances in the actor's body
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Recent Examples of cocktail
Expect cocktails such as the Hugo Spritz with elderflower, prosecco, mint and lime, plus a house Negroni and a bourbon-forward Carpathian Boulevard.
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Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 23 Oct. 2025
There’s also a 20-drink cocktail menu, plus an outdoor dining area.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
Winfrey opted for shimmering jewels to accessorize her attire, wearing a glittering cocktail ring and a pair of coordinated earrings.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
On the cocktail front, Harper praised their take on the Old Fashioned and a drink called Say Less, which consists of lychee syrup, lime, triple sec, tequila blanco, and lemon lime soda.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
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Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 23 Oct. 2025
There’s also a 20-drink cocktail menu, plus an outdoor dining area.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
Winfrey opted for shimmering jewels to accessorize her attire, wearing a glittering cocktail ring and a pair of coordinated earrings.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
On the cocktail front, Harper praised their take on the Old Fashioned and a drink called Say Less, which consists of lychee syrup, lime, triple sec, tequila blanco, and lemon lime soda.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocktail
Noun
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Coat the bottom in a sweet chocolate mixture for an even more indulgent treat.—
Jenavieve Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Oct. 2025
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Let the mixture sit for 10 to 15 minutes.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
23 Oct. 2025
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Defeats and disappointment were likely to be part of the mix alongside the winning feeling that everyone connected with Wrexham has got so used to since Parkinson took charge.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Passmore explains the mix of personal reflection and historical storytelling in the book which follows the main character, a version of himself, time-traveling through a century of the Black radical tradition.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The soft, breathable cotton blend fabric floats away from the body and can be worn both over a shirt and under a jacket.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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It’s filled with global flavors and spice mixes for a variety of different meals, including barbecue rubs, Mediterranean blends, Italian blends, steak rubs, and more.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
26 Oct. 2025
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Music unites the interconnecting stories in this saga and expands its passions, with a sumptuous score by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens that taps into a wide range of American styles, idioms and amalgams, even as the second act turns more dissonant.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
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While Netflix is largely untouched by M&A, Disney is an amalgam of many acquisitions and units over the years, including ABC, ESPN, Fox, Pixar, Marvel and Lucasfilm.—
Alex Sherman,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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Designed to plug directly into a smartphone or PC, the P3’s aluminum alloy body is sleek and sturdy, with the design definitely reflecting Thermal Master's aim for both portability and quality.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Oct. 2025
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They’re made with durable aluminum alloy and have cork and foam hand grips to keep you comfortable while climbing.—
Anna Fiorentino,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Who just happen to look like an amalgamation of the present-day rock acts Greta Van Fleet and Rival Sons.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
25 Oct. 2025
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This Bryan Bertino thriller is an amalgamation of three separate real-life events.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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The combination of snow and strong winds is expected to reduce visibility, create slick and icy roads—particularly on bridges and overpasses—and potentially down trees or branches.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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This combination can turn daily, simple tasks like washing hands or brushing teeth into an entire cleaning session.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The fission reactions would emit antineutrinos; the fusion reactions would emit regular neutrinos.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
28 Oct. 2025
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Her fusion of art rock, electronic, and pop elements in her music has earned her a place among the most influential artists of her generation.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Cocktail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocktail. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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