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to sober up
[phrase form: sober]
01
to stop being under the influence of alcohol
02
to reduce the effects of alcohol in a person's system
03
to become alert, often after a period of excitement or unrealistic thinking
sober up
v
Example
As the hours passed, the partygoers began to sober up, realizing the effects of the alcohol were fading.
She sat quietly, hoping to naturally sober up before the important meeting.
He realized he needed to sober up when he woke up with a headache and grogginess.
The designated driver wisely chose to wait and sober up before driving everyone home.
After a night of heavy drinking, he needed time to sober up before facing the day.
