as in strange
different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion
she wears staid business suits, but prefers some quite rum knickers underneath
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as in liquor
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
a fiery sermon on the evils of demon rum
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Recent Examples of rum
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Apr. 2022
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 June 2025
Or swap out the peach schnapps for bourbon or light rum.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
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Adjective
The whiskey was distilled in 1989 and matured in ex-rum casks before being finished for three years in barrels that previously contained Pedro Ximénez (PX) Sherry.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Apr. 2022
Noun
There are big notes of sweet fruit, caramelized brown sugar, black pepper, rum raisin, and cinnamon leading things off over a faint wisp of smoldering campfire which lies just underneath.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 June 2025
Or swap out the peach schnapps for bourbon or light rum.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rum
Adjective
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Ali spends a good chunk of time confused by the strange words whirling around him.—
Christopher J. Yates
July 9,
Literary Hub,
9 July 2025
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But a strange silence has fallen over the drama since Iran attacked Israel via its Hamas proxy on Oct. 7 2023, kicking off Israel’s War in Gaza and, eventually, in Lebanon and Iran.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
8 July 2025
Noun
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There’s also a writing desk and a bar area, stocked with local beer and spirits, South African wines and my favorite, Kenya’s classic Amarula liquor.—
Flora Stubbs,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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DeAndre Williams, 22, was charged with first degree reckless homicide with use of a dangerous weapon for killing Romell Campbell, 41, at a West Capital Drive liquor store in September 2024.—
Ariela Lopez,
jsonline.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Their loyalty and love for each other is rewarded just by being cooler and funnier than anyone else around.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
7 July 2025
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Well its funny to say this to Forbes — but the fashion system is financially small but culturally a very potent front of western supremacy.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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With a strong focus on local produce and fish, meals can feel restrictive–no alcohol, for example, though there is pasta (this is Italy, after all!).—
Rona Berg,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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In addition to dams and litter, the busy area sees other off-limits behaviors, such as improper parking, alcohol use and graffiti, Chief Park Ranger James Brown said.—
Ruby Grisin,
The Courier-Journal,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Some 40 of these bizarre, geochemically-active sub-Neptunes are currently being studied observationally.—
Bruce Dorminey,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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As a result of a bizarre last-minute decision, the nominees in two Emmys categories will be announced Tuesday morning on CBS nearly four hours ahead of the TV Academy’s official nominations announcement, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.—
Beatrice Verhoeven,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
Noun
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But still, the agave spirit is crucial to this melange of booze.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
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The ice cream shops present customers with a wide variety of flavors to choose from that use ingredients including booze, local strawberries, and more.—
Alessia Sandala,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Sometimes leaders aren’t curious enough to ask what people really want.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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At least in part, Bernheim's programs are meant to put visitors in a more curious and creative state ― one that many young visitors already inhabit full-time.—
Connor Giffin,
The Courier-Journal,
3 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
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“Rum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rum. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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