alcohol-free
Britishadjective
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(of beer or wine) containing only a trace of alcohol Compare low-alcohol
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(of a period of time) during which no alcoholic drink is consumed
there should be one or two alcohol-free days a week
Example Sentences
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This shift towards alcohol-free socialising is echoed by Vikki Harries, a 28-year-old safeguarding manager, whose social calendar is jammed with gym sessions alongside her friends.
From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026
Nonalcoholic beers, which generally contain less than 0.5% of alcohol by volume, have become increasingly popular and account for the biggest share of alcohol-free drink sales, according to the Beer Institute, a national trade association.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026
The Dutch beer brand said it was partnering with TfL to help "keep Londoners' social lives on track" during what will be a alcohol-free "dry January" for many.
From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026
Draft beer, peanuts and big-screen sports... the scene is reminiscent of pubs worldwide, but in Saudi Arabia's capital, customers in white robes or black veils sip alcohol-free pints with no expectation of a hangover.
From Barron's • Nov. 19, 2025
Just days before his passing, Flores shared on X about completing his tour shows alcohol-free, expressing pride and hope for upcoming performances.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2025
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