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Soft drink
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
soft drinks
What is "soft drink"?
Soft drinks, also known as soda pop or simply pop, are non-alcoholic beverages that typically contain water, sweeteners and flavorings. Soft drinks come in a variety of flavors beyond the classic cola, including citrus flavors like lemon-lime and orange, various fruit flavors and specialty flavors like ginger ale, root beer and cream soda. They are generally carbonated through the addition of carbon dioxide, giving them effervescence, a slightly sting tongue sensation and a refreshing crispness. Soft drinks are highly sweetened, usually through the use of high fructose corn syrup, cane sugar or other caloric sweeteners.
Examples
She grabbed a can of her favorite soft drink from the fridge to cool off on a hot summer day.
