dram

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Recent Examples of dram Be sure to also get out at the cozy bothy (cottage) deep in the forest for a few minutes of relaxation and a dram of whisky. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 31 Oct. 2024 It was finished in three different types of sherry casks—Oloroso, Palo Cortado, and Pedro Ximenez—providing a range of flavor notes that make this royal dram stand out from other similarly aged whiskies. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024 We were taken aback by the remarkable balance this dram strikes; a bargain between sandalwood aromas, creamy vanilla textures, and a chili pepper palate. Brad Japhe, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024 What to order: A dram and draft for $10 to get the best of both worlds — whiskey and beer. Lindsey Erdody, Axios, 16 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dram 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dram
Noun
  • There is only one back-to-back set, right before the break on Feb. 8 and 9. Upstart goaltenders have made big splashes in Montreal in the past.
    Carol Schram, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
  • And Barreto is a fan of the Chinese evergreen for a splash of color.
    Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • For example, municipal and fire prevention agencies must give property owners advance — and continual — warnings to clear dead vegetation and to wet dry brush within 10 feet of the house with periodic, prolonged sprinklings.
    Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2025
  • It's got a sprinkling of influence of-without sounding too grandiose-Wes Anderson.
    Lee Sharrock, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • In terms of the film’s relevance, the narrative sets up a symbolic situation that offers a glimmer of hope.
    Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 22 Jan. 2025
  • The Blackhawks saw a glimmer of that in Connor Bedard’s rookie season.
    Shayna Goldman, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • With the best brush for curly hair in your arsenal, every part of your routine—from detangling to DIY blowouts—gets a little bit simpler.
    Erin Parker, Allure, 25 Jan. 2025
  • The problem, of course, is that the bit itself is stuck in one gear.
    Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 25 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • This weightless multitasker adds a hint of radiance to the skin—as a primer below foundation or simply on its own. Concealer for Women Over 50 The best concealers for women over 50 meld hydrating ingredients with actives, such as peptides, for anti-aging benefits.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Just like a little salt in your cake batter doesn't make your cake taste salty, a hint of sweet corn in your macaroni and cheese doesn't transform your beloved side into a dessert.
    Josh Miller, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Hundreds of commenters who had never met the couple thanked her for the shred of good news.
    Callie Holtermann, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
  • The record’s new-wave ditties are an amalgamation of strange but immediately identifiable components, chimeras of ’60s pop à la Lesley Gore and the frenzied shred of a skateboarding compilation.
    Pitchfork, Pitchfork, 3 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Choose from nine colors and patterns, such as versatile solid grey to a fun rainbow tie-dye hue that’s great for the littles at home.
    Brittany VanDerBill, People.com, 30 Dec. 2024
  • While Eden Rock doesn’t have a dedicated kids' club, the pool and pristine beach are the perfect playground for littles.
    Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Handwritten names on cups brings back the human touch that brought people together to sip coffee in the first place, Starbucks said.
    Amber Garrett, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2025
  • The color palette is dark: black, all browns, from espresso to cognac, shades of gray, the return of navy, touches of red and check prints.
    Rhonda Richford, WWD, 27 Jan. 2025

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“Dram.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dram. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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