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Alcohol Consumption

45 Words

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drink
1.
drink
Verb

to put water, coffee, or other type of liquid inside of our body through our mouth

He prefers to drink hot chocolate in the winter, not in the summer.

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abuse
2.
a
buse
Noun

treatment of a person or animal in a violent or cruel way

Child abuse is a serious societal issue that requires prompt intervention and support for victims.

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sober up
Verb

to stop being under the influence of alcohol

After a night of heavy drinking, he needed time to sober up before facing the day.

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swill
4.
swill
Verb

to quickly and often carelessly consume large amounts of liquid, particularly alcoholic drinks

After the victory, they decided to swill celebratory champagne.

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toast
5.
toast
Noun

a slice of bread that is brown on both sides because it has been heated

He eats his scrambled eggs with a side of toast.

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lace
6.
lace
Noun

a delicate cotton or silky cloth made by weaving or knitting threads in an open web-like pattern

She adorned her wedding gown with beautiful lace, giving it a timeless and elegant look.

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knock back
Verb

to drink quickly or consume a beverage in a rapid or forceful manner

He often knocks back a few glasses of beer after work to unwind.

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booze
8.
booze
Noun

an alcoholic beverage, especially the type containing high amounts of alcohol

They enjoyed a few glasses of booze at the bar after work.

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belt down
Verb

to quickly and significantly consume a drink, typically an alcoholic one in large quantities

She could belt down a glass of wine faster than anyone at the table.

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carouse
10.
ca
rouse
Noun

revelry in drinking; a merry drinking party

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cut off
Verb

to use a sharp object like scissors or a knife on something to remove a piece from its edge or ends

Before assembling the model, he used a hobby knife to cut off the excess plastic from the parts.

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revel
12.
re
vel
Verb

to take great pleasure or delight in an experience or activity

She reveled in the peacefulness of her morning yoga routine.

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tipple
13.
ti
pple
Noun

a small amount of alcoholic beverage or a place where alcoholic drinks are served or consumed, such as a bar or a pub

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pub crawl
Noun

an outing where participants visit multiple pubs or bars in one session, usually drinking along the way

We went on a pub crawl downtown last night.

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proof
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proof
Noun

information or evidence that proves the truth or existence of something

The DNA results acted as proof that the suspect was at the scene of the crime.

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high
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high
Adjective

having a relatively great vertical extent

The high mountain peaks were covered in snow.

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happy hour
Noun

a time when bars offer discounted prices on drinks to attract customers

During happy hour, we enjoy half-priced cocktails at our favorite bar.

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hangover
18.
hang
o
ver
Noun

a feeling of illness one feels after drinking an excessive amount of alcohol

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Dutch courage
Noun

the strength or confidence that is obtained from drinking an excessive amount of alcoholic drinks

He had a shot of whiskey for some Dutch courage before giving his presentation.

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designated driver
Noun

a person chosen to abstain from alcohol and ensure the safe transportation of others who have been drinking

John agreed to be the designated driver, showing his commitment to responsible drinking habits.

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cheer
21.
cheer
Verb

to encourage or show support or praise for someone by shouting

The fans cheer loudly during the soccer match.

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delirium tremens
Noun

a serious alcohol withdrawal condition causing confusion, hallucinations, and tremors

Delirium tremens can be life-threatening, requiring immediate medical attention.

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alcoholism
23.
al
co
ho
li
sm
Noun

a chronic condition characterized by excessive and habitual consumption of alcohol

His struggle with alcoholism affected his relationships and career, making it difficult to maintain a stable life.

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Alcoholics Anonymous
24.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Noun

an international organization with a spiritually inclined twelve-step program designed to help people who are trying to stop drinking alcohol

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings provide a supportive environment for individuals recovering from alcohol addiction.

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driving under the influence
Phrase

the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that it impairs the person's ability to drive safely

He was caught driving under the influence after a police officer noticed he was swerving on the road.

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DWI
Noun

a term used in some jurisdictions to refer to the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs

He was arrested for driving while intoxicated after failing a breathalyzer test.

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drink
27.
drink
Verb

to put water, coffee, or other type of liquid inside of our body through our mouth

He prefers to drink hot chocolate in the winter, not in the summer.

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alcoholic
28.
al
co
ho
lic
Noun

a person who has the habit of drinking too much alcohol

The alcoholic sought help to overcome their addiction.

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slosh
Verb

(of a liquid) to move around or spill in irregular motions

The water sloshed out of the bucket as he hurriedly carried it across the room.

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tip
sy
Adjective

lightly intoxicated from alcohol

He felt tipsy after a couple of glasses of wine.

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plaster
31.
plas
ter
Noun

a small medical dressing that one can stick over a wound or cut in order to keep it clean and protect it

She put a plaster on her finger after cutting it while cooking.

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blind drunk
Adjective

extremely intoxicated or drunk, to the point where one's senses and judgment are severely disabled

After the celebration, they ended up blind drunk and had to call a cab.

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buzz
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buzz
Verb

to signal someone, typically by using an intercom, to gain attention or request entry

She buzzed the front desk for assistance with her room key.

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drunken
34.
drun
ken
Adjective

affected by alcohol to the extent of being visibly intoxicated

He spoke in a drunken slur after a night at the bar.

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hammer
35.
ha
mmer
Noun

a tool with a metal head and a handle, used for striking nails, etc.

He used a hammer to drive nails into the wooden frame.

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inebriate
36.
i
neb
riate
Noun

a chronic drinker

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intoxicate
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in
tox
i
cate
Verb

to disrupt normal physical or mental functioning through pharmacological mechanisms in the brain

With no tolerance, just a few hits of marijuana were enough to intoxicate my friend

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waste
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waste
Verb

to use something without care or more than needed

She tends to waste water by leaving the faucet running while brushing her teeth.

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wi
no
Noun

a person, typically homeless, who is addicted to or regularly consumes large quantities of inexpensive wine

He sat on the park bench, a lonely wino with a bottle in a brown paper bag.

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drunkard
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drun
kard
Noun

a person who drinks alcohol excessively or habitually

The community organized an intervention for the well-known neighborhood drunkard.

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sober
41.
so
ber
Adjective

not under the influence of alcohol or drugs

He has been sober for three years, overcoming his alcohol addiction.

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tee
to
tal
Verb

practice teetotalism and abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages

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re
hab
Noun

‌the process of helping someone who has a problem with drugs or alcohol to lead a normal life again

She checked into rehab to overcome her addiction to prescription medication.

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sobriety
44.
sob
rie
ty
Noun

not being under the influence of alcohol or drugs

After years of struggling with addiction, he finally achieved sobriety.

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tee
to
ta
ller
Noun

a person who abstains completely from alcoholic drinks

At the party, while others enjoyed their drinks, she proudly identified herself as a teetotaller.

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