the drink

noun

old-fashioned
: an area of water (such as a lake or pond)
The ball rolled down the hill and into the drink.

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The bar’s signature Brunello Bloody Mary nods to the hotel’s long-standing history as the drink's inventors and remains a house classic, richer and more savory than most, thanks to the wine-forward twist. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026 Other highlights included the Strawberry Watermelon Refresher, which features slices of fresh strawberry mixed into the drink, and the strikingly purple Blackberry Passion Fruit Refresher, which had chewy sips thanks to the blackberry chunks. Stacy Lambe, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026 Ginger beer is the secret ingredient that gives the drink a slight fizz and a hint of spicy ginger. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026 Lauren Holland, the venue’s bar manager, has crafted the drink menus for the space, which will feature a couple inaugural cocktails. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the drink

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“The drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20drink. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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