safe to drink

Example Sentences

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Unicorn horns can make poisonous water safe to drink, while a griffin’s feather can restore sight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The firm told customers the water was safe to drink at that time.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Portions of the creek appeared clear, but other parts were full of algae and made me question whether even filtering would make the water safe to drink.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2025

As the H5N1 avian flu virus continues to spread in poultry flocks and dairy cattle, consumers may worry about whether the U.S. milk supply is safe to drink.

From Salon • Dec. 5, 2024

The water was cold and moving swiftly—good signs that it might be safe to drink.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan