soft drink

noun

Synonyms of soft drinknext
: a usually carbonated nonalcoholic beverage
especially : soda pop

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However, the soft drink and snack giant cut full-year core earnings-per-share guidance. — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026 All itineraries include an overnight stay, 24-hour steward service, meals with a sommelier’s choice of wine and unlimited soft drinks, and transfers. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2026 Distributors of wine, liquor, and soft drinks don’t have similar protections in Colorado, despite also making substantial investments in their distribution networks. — Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 1 Oct. 2026 The baseline of drinks included here is pretty generous, from coffee and soft drinks, to cocktails and wine. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for soft drink

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First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of soft drink was in 1843

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“Soft drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soft%20drink. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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soft drink

noun
: a sweet flavored beverage containing no alcohol
especially : soda pop

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