intoxicant
noun
in·tox·i·cant
in-ˈtäk-si-kənt 
: something that intoxicates
especially
: an alcoholic drink
intoxicant
adjective
Synonyms
Examples of intoxicant in a Sentence
The use of intoxicants and stimulants is prohibited.
He was driving under the influence of intoxicants.
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If you are stopped by law enforcement for driving under the influence of intoxicants, the California Department of Motor Vehicles has the authority to revoke or suspend your driving privilege.
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Sarah Linn, Sacramento Bee, 24 June 2024
McClure told detectives a caseworker visited the home because her newborn had tested positive for THC, the chief intoxicant in marijuana.
—Sarah Nelson, The Indianapolis Star, 29 Apr. 2024
Americans now have access to a recreational intoxicant that is arguably no more dangerous than alcohol or tobacco without fear of the disproportionately severe punishments previously meted out to those apprehended for possession and use.
—Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman, TIME, 3 May 2024
Some studies show that the level of THC, the main intoxicant in marijuana, being sold to consumers today is significantly higher than what was available decades ago, and high THC levels are known to pose more health risks.
—Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR, 3 May 2024
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Sarah Linn, Sacramento Bee, 24 June 2024
McClure told detectives a caseworker visited the home because her newborn had tested positive for THC, the chief intoxicant in marijuana.
—Sarah Nelson, The Indianapolis Star, 29 Apr. 2024
Americans now have access to a recreational intoxicant that is arguably no more dangerous than alcohol or tobacco without fear of the disproportionately severe punishments previously meted out to those apprehended for possession and use.
—Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman, TIME, 3 May 2024
Some studies show that the level of THC, the main intoxicant in marijuana, being sold to consumers today is significantly higher than what was available decades ago, and high THC levels are known to pose more health risks.
—Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR, 3 May 2024
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intoxicant
noun
in·tox·i·cant
in-ˈtäk-si-kənt
: something that intoxicates
especially
: an alcoholic drink
intoxicant
adjective
Medical Definition
intoxicant
noun
in·tox·i·cant
in-ˈtäk-si-kənt
: something that intoxicates
especially
: an alcoholic drink
called also inebriant
intoxicant
adjective
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