
Sober up
Physical Recovery
Refers to physically overcoming alcohol effects. It's a gradual process.

After a long night, he needed time to sober up before heading home.
Colloquial Usage
Commonly used in casual speech among friends or in informal settings.

She told her friend she'd sober up before the meeting.
Immediate Responsibility
Used when someone must quickly reduce drunkenness to be responsible or safe.

He knew he had to sober up to drive his children home.
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