[have] one too many
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to drink an excessive amout of alcohol and become extremely drunk
The idiom "have one too many" is used to describe the act of consuming more alcoholic beverages than one can handle or tolerate, resulting in excessive intoxication. The origin of this expression likely comes from the idea that when someone consumes an excessive amount of alcohol, they are said to have had "one too many" drinks, indicating that they have exceeded their limit. This idiom is often used to gently or humorously suggest that someone is drunk due to overindulgence in alcohol.
- At the wedding reception, he had one too many cocktails and ended up dancing on the tables.
- She realized she had one too many when she couldn't remember how she got home from the party.
- After the office Christmas party, several employees had one too many and had to take a cab back.
- It's always a good idea to know your limit and avoid having one too many when you're out with friends.
- He was known for enjoying a drink or two, but last night, he had one too many and needed help to get back home.