as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
she blamed John Barleycorn for the breakdown of their marriage
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Recent Examples of John Barleycorn
Santa Claus had triumphed over John Barleycorn.
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Gary Kamiya, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Dec. 2021
Gary Kamiya, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Dec. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for John Barleycorn
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The science behind the link between alcohol and cancer The relationship between alcohol and cancer has been clear to scientists for decades.—
Nikki Crowley,
The Conversation,
10 Jan. 2025
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Forgoing alcohol entirely for a month has become a popular way to kick-start better habits.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2025
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Residents ride their motorbike past a burning liquor store during the Eaton Fire in the Altadena area of Los Angeles County, Calif., on Wednesday.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC News,
9 Jan. 2025
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Will liquor stores in Fort Worth open during the snow?—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Jan. 2025
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This includes formula, breast milk, toddler drinks, and baby/toddler food (puree pouches count).—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Jan. 2025
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In-room extras for Yacht Club guests include a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine, nightly turn-down service with a plate of chocolates or other sweets, free minibar drinks, bottled water replenished daily, and free Wi-Fi.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Jan. 2025
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This Nonalcoholic Negroni Is My Ticket to Hangover-Free Mornings All the bittersweet flavor of the original, none of the booze.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appétit,
9 Jan. 2025
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Such a person generally doesn’t have to worry about the dire effects of booze on their microbiome.—
Betsy Andrews,
Saveur,
9 Jan. 2025
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These nonalcoholic spirits, from rum and gin alternatives to aperitifs, can be used to make mocktails and other fun drinks.—
Elizabeth Both,
NBC News,
6 Jan. 2025
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This idea of unpretentious luxury can also be reflected in the rum, Nosko says.—
Jeanette Hurt,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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“John Barleycorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/John%20Barleycorn. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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