as in potable
suitable for drinking
technically, that cheap stuff may be wine, but it's hardly drinkable
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Recent Examples of drinkable
Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 2 June 2025
Straightforward, and a bit simple, this is quite drinkable and should be enjoyed fresh over the next two to three years.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Ella Nilsen, CNN, 15 Aug. 2023
Also, these products may contain synthetic materials and chemical agents that can harm wildlife and strain the treatment process that helps make water drinkable.
—cleveland, 1 May 2020
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Adjective
However, kefir is drinkable, while yogurt must be eaten with a spoon.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 2 June 2025
Straightforward, and a bit simple, this is quite drinkable and should be enjoyed fresh over the next two to three years.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Noun
And states and individual water districts are also submitting applications for additional funding to support long-term projects including drip irrigation, ripping out water-intensive grass from cities, or investing in desalination plants to make ocean water or brackish water drinkable.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN, 15 Aug. 2023
Also, these products may contain synthetic materials and chemical agents that can harm wildlife and strain the treatment process that helps make water drinkable.
—cleveland, 1 May 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinkable
Adjective
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The onsite water reuse system at the Austin Central Library is an exemplary example of this, supporting 350,000 gallons of storage for rainwater and A/C condensate collection saving a little over 1.5 million gallons per year of potable water on average.—
Stephanie Threinen,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Private campgrounds, such as those at Arrowhead Bike Farm, and state park campgrounds, like those at Babcock State Park (20 minutes away), are better options for amenities like showers, toilets, and potable water.—
Jessie Beck,
AFAR Media,
1 July 2025
Noun
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Chui and Pang danced, ate cake and toasted with bubbly drinks served in the clear cups typically used on planes.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The concept is for guests of all golf levels to enjoy three holes with a bit of socialization and great drinks.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The clean, bright walls along with colorful rugs and hardwood floors can seem impossible for people living in apartments.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
3 Feb. 2023
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At the end of the dredging, sediment that’s not placed on the beach could be left in the pit and covered with a layer of clean sand.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Feb. 2023
Noun
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Details from shoes to your carry-on, and even your choice of beverage, tell a story.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Food and Drink With just one restaurant on-site, the hotel doesn't overcomplicate its food and beverage offering.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The fish and seafood are so fresh, straight from the ocean to your plate, and the Croatian people are great.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
7 July 2025
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The full menu features ten alcoholic and ten no-low ABV serves, each carefully modernized using advanced techniques, refined ingredients, and a fresh approach to balance and presentation.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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“Drinkable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinkable. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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