In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to if soda water is free at self-service fountain ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Self-service fountain machines at pizza parlors and delis have the different sugary sodas labeled with big ...

I have always believed that the aerated water dispensed by the “soda” button is still just water, meaning I can fill up a cup for free. After all, it is not on the menu for purchase.