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as in sipping
to swallow in liquid form
an array of colorful and tasty drinks for party guests to imbibe
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as in drinking
to take in (something liquid) through small openings
plants can imbibe water through their roots
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Recent Examples of imbibing
Watch parties at pubs, breweries, and places of imbibing across North America will be tuned in for the draw.
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Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 5 Dec. 2025
Millennials and Gen Xers saw a 14-point fall in the last year alone, with just 56 percent of them now imbibing.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imbibing
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And if appetite changes drastically, sipping on savory broth can be much more appealing than forcing down a heavy meal.—
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This week, try sipping on these nourishing refreshments.—
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Distilled water is often used for more than just drinking.—
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Charles has visited every continent on Earth, drinking rancid yak butter tea in Lhasa, snorkeling with sea lions in the Galapagos and even climbing an iceberg in Antarctica.—
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The cayenne pepper lingers on the tongue for a full minute after gulping the shot down.—
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One night Icarius got all his friends together for a wine-tasting party that quickly got out of hand and turned into a wine-gulping party.—
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Vionic Orinda Ballet Flats Podiatrist-approved and Oprah-loved, these Vionic Orinda ballet flats feature a square-toe front, premium leather upper, a contoured footbed for arch support, and shock-absorbing cushioning for the ultimate all-day comfort.—
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Fabrics that aren't made for harsh weather conditions, especially cotton and linen, are prone to absorbing moisture, causing mold, mildew, and water stains.—
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“Imbibing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imbibing. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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