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drinks

n. C / U
A1 Beginner US //ˈdɹɪŋks// UK //dɹˈɪŋks// drinks

n. liquids that you swallow, such as water, juice, or coffee. This word is often used to talk about a social event where people have something to drink together.

n. liquids intended for human consumption; also refers to a social gathering centered on the consumption of beverages, particularly alcoholic ones.


SIMPLE

We should go out for drinks after work on Friday.

CONTEXTUAL

The host provided a wide variety of cold drinks for the guests during the summer garden party.

COMPLEX

While the primary purpose of the meeting was professional networking, the informal setting of evening drinks allowed for more candid discussions regarding the upcoming merger.

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