as in splash
a very small amount
allow me to offer a dram of advice
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Recent Examples of dram
What to order: A dram and draft for $10 to get the best of both worlds — whiskey and beer.
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Lindsey Erdody, Axios, 16 Oct. 2024
These included a selection of cocktails like highballs or old fashioneds with various garnishes or drams of the straight whisky.
—Em Sauter, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
Both of these single malts are not available as full bottles—instead, Duncan Taylor is releasing them as small 100-ml mini drams, presumably due to the amount of liquid available.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2024
All of those would definitely appeal, but consider the unrivalled pleasure of enjoying your drams in a thirteenth century Royal tower once home to the Royal Menagerie, the British royal family’s private zoo, and which for close to 200 years was used to guard the British Crown Jewels.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 19 July 2024
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Lindsey Erdody, Axios, 16 Oct. 2024
These included a selection of cocktails like highballs or old fashioneds with various garnishes or drams of the straight whisky.
—Em Sauter, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
Both of these single malts are not available as full bottles—instead, Duncan Taylor is releasing them as small 100-ml mini drams, presumably due to the amount of liquid available.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2024
All of those would definitely appeal, but consider the unrivalled pleasure of enjoying your drams in a thirteenth century Royal tower once home to the Royal Menagerie, the British royal family’s private zoo, and which for close to 200 years was used to guard the British Crown Jewels.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 19 July 2024
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The first big splash goes to the Dodgers…and they probably are not done.Ryan Morik, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
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Listen to this article A public swimming pool complex to include a 50-meter pool, a therapy pool, a splash pad and a building for events is moving closer to reality and could become the city’s next successful public-private partnership.Erika I. Ritchie, Orange County Register, 25 Nov. 2024
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Adding too much oil or salt can yield watery squash, so stick to a light coating of oil and a light sprinkling of salt.Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 14 Nov. 2024
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Loads and loads of headed goals from Everton players at set pieces, and sprinklings of magic from Ndiaye and Lindstrom.Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 13 Aug. 2024
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This year’s Singles’ Day shopping extravaganza exceeded expectations, potentially offering a glimmer of hope for the fashion industry.Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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His colors can be dazzling near neon-bright or subdued like the first glimmers of sunrise.Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 20 Nov. 2024
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Showbiz ran in Cher’s blood, as her mother was a struggling actress with bit parts in a number of TV series.Justin Curto, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
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The walking paths were shut down due to intense winds, and all of the suites and rooms were reserved for the Hallmark staff and talent to have a little bit of privacy.Emily Longeretta, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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Born on TikTok, this is an ideal choice for fall/winter thanks to its cool undertones; deep berry hues offer a hint of blue that adds a head-turning pop to any autumnal beauty look.Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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The decision will be followed by comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, which could provide hints about the Fed’s expectations for the economy and interest rates for the coming months.Jesse Pound,Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
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Hundreds of people have been reported missing, perhaps unable to leave their location or unable to contact family where communications infrastructure is in shreds.Alexandra Banner, CNN, 1 Oct. 2024
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The story picks up in a military bunker in the Everglades, where the last shreds of humanity have gathered in search of safety.Katie Rife, EW.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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Considered one of the scariest haunted houses in Cincinnati, the littles can visit with the lights on and friendly ghouls hand out candy.Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 13 Oct. 2024
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And yet the government has done precious little to keep it from happening again.Lily Hay Newman, WIRED, 13 July 2017
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For more complex issues, the human touch remains irreplaceable.Stacey Widlitz, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Several of Riley's good friends also addressed the court, including Riley's three roommates, who had testified during the trial about trying to find and get in touch with her the day of her murder.Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Dram.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dram. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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