AWOL
n.— «Diageo, the world’s leading beer, wine and spirits company, and an industry leader in promoting responsible drinking, announced its support for proposed Colorado legislation banning AWOL (“Alcohol Without Liquid”) machines.» —“Diageo Supports Ban on ‘Alcohol Without Liquid’ (AWOL) Machines” PR Newswire (U.S.) Jan. 26, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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