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drinking

[dring-king] / ˈdrɪŋ kɪŋ /






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Tamjidi, a self-proclaimed “zillennial,” said her bookstore’s events are popular among younger customers, who are increasingly seeking out social gatherings that don’t involve drinking or partying.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

“This is a thinking man or woman’s cruise, not a drinking man’s,” Hagen, who is also Viking’s chairman, speaking aboard Octanis.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Arsalun Tafazoli, part of the team behind Raised by Wolves, has opened a members-only drinking spot, the Reading Club.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

When participants believed they were drinking sugar, this area became more active, even if the drink did not actually contain sugar.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

“She would have loved to meet you. Birdie and your grandma are probably drinking margaritas in heaven, looking down and talking about what a fine kid you are.”

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy