soft drink, any of a class of nonalcoholic beverages,
usually but not necessarily carbonated, normally containing a natural or
artificial sweetening agent, edible acids, natural or artificial
flavours, and sometimes juice. Natural flavours are derived from fruits,
nuts, berries, roots, herbs, and other plant sources. Coffee, tea, milk,
cocoa, and undiluted fruit and vegetable juices are not considered soft
drinks.
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