draw a sober breath

English

Verb

draw a sober breath (third-person singular simple present draws a sober breath, present participle drawing a sober breath, simple past drew a sober breath, past participle drawn a sober breath)

  1. To refrain from drinking alcohol.
    He has hardly drawn a sober breath since leaving the army.

Usage notes
  • Mostly in negative constructions, to indicate habitual drunkenness.
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