soft drink

noun

1. a beverage that is not alcoholic or intoxicating and is usually carbonated, as root beer or ginger ale.

soft drink

noun

1. a nonalcoholic drink, usually cold

Word History and Origins

Origin of soft drink¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

He says he’s improved his locks, put in cameras and even offered soft drinks to kids loitering outside in a bid to win them over.

From BBC

A popular Swiss soft drink, Rivella, is also made from whey.

From Salon

Inside the cooler, authorities found soft drinks, seltzers, bottles of water and multiple packages of raw beef stuffed with 11 pounds of fentanyl, which they valued at $500,000.

From Los Angeles Times

Previously, the Dungannon-born businessman spent most of his career in the corporate world, occupying a senior position at a soft drinks company.

From BBC

Norway will ban marketing aimed at under-18s for products like soft drinks, sweets and ice cream.

From BBC

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