drinking water
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Nearly 1 million Californians have gained access to safe drinking water in their homes and schools since the program started, according to the State Water Resources Control Board.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
The Fukushima mayor said officials also saw the bear drinking water from a tap, adding it may have turned the handle itself, and describing it as being "extremely intelligent."
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Higher nitrate intake from vegetables was associated with a lower risk of dementia, while greater exposure to nitrate and nitrite from animal products, processed meats, and drinking water was linked to a higher risk.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
For now, the ITF and the DAD-DER were providing the stranded sailors with drinking water and essential supplies, Polat explained.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
It was while he was sitting on the edge of his bed, drinking water, that he heard the voices that must have prompted his dream.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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