as in alcoholic
a person who makes a habit of getting drunk
although he can still hold a job, he's definitely become a problem drinker
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Seasoned whiskey drinkers often avoid bourbon or rye at that lower strength, arguing that the dilution really reduces the flavor of the whiskey.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
Indeed, Black Barrel’s rationale was creating a Tequila that would appeal to American whiskey drinkers.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Hall was a moderate drinker who enjoyed wine or a cocktail at social gatherings.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 2 Dec. 2024
These are very sleek and practical for coffee drinkers.
—Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
Indeed, Black Barrel’s rationale was creating a Tequila that would appeal to American whiskey drinkers.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Hall was a moderate drinker who enjoyed wine or a cocktail at social gatherings.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 2 Dec. 2024
These are very sleek and practical for coffee drinkers.
—Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Drinker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinker. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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