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decaf

[dee-kaf] / ˈdiˌkæf /


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"So simple things like swapping for decaf, also swapping fizzy drinks, alcohol, even green tea, for water and diluted juices will, after two weeks, make a massive improvement."

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

I recently stopped drinking caffeine, but I couldn’t kick the ritual, so I have a decaf latte every single morning I make at home with my little Nespresso pods.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

And then a second coffee — going into decaf mode at this point, which is fine for me.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2025

In the Plus bonus episode: Will a new CEO be a much-needed espresso shot for Starbucks…or another stale cup of decaf?

From Slate • Aug. 24, 2024

Having decided in advance that I will never use the word decaf, I began looking for a new beverage.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris