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sparkling water

American  

noun

  1. soda water.


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Depending on the tone of the gathering, this might mean a simple batch cocktail, a pitcher of something nonalcoholic and citrusy, or just sparkling water and ice arranged in a way that feels intentional.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

“It’s sparkling water, sugar-free pineapple, sugar-free peach, sugar-free vanilla, raspberry purée with a fresh lime.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

It features hanging macrame chairs, a tabletop mindfulness garden and refreshments such as sparkling water, hot tea and Japanese whiskey.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026

The batch codes for the recalled sparkling water are: DEC 2027 01, DEC 2027 03, DEC 2027 12, DEC 2027 15 and DEC 2027 25, with a best before date of December 2027.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

In the distance a beautiful island covered with palm trees and flowers beckoned invitingly from the sparkling water.

From "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster