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Vie Quotidienne - Boire & Fumer

Explorez des idiomes anglais liés au tabagisme et à la consommation d'alcool avec des exemples comme 'dart de poumon' et 'boire comme un trou'.

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English idioms related to Everyday Life

to become drunk just to forget something upsetting or disturbing

Ex: Drowning your sorrows may provide temporary relief , but it wo n't solve the underlying issues causing the pain .

so intoxicated with alcohol that one starts behaving like a lunatic

Ex: Trying to walk in a straight line after that much wine left him looking drunk as a skunk.

having consumed an excessive amount of alcohol and hence unable to think or act normally

Ex: After the holiday office party, some employees were as drunk as lords, and their antics were the talk of the office the next day.

incapable of acting or thinking like a normal person would, due to having consumed an excessive amount of alcohol

Ex: He claimed he could handle his liquor , but after a night at the bar , he as drunk as a wheelbarrow and needed a friend to take him home .

to drink too much of alcoholic drinks on a regular basis

Ex: He 's known in his circle for being able drink like a fish, but it 's not something to be proud of .

(of alcoholic drinks) to make one extremely drunk

Ex: He couldn't handle the strong cocktails, and the alcohol went to his head, causing him to feel lightheaded and unsteady.

used before drinking in honor of a person or thing

Ex: Here's to the memory of our loved ones who are no longer with us; they live on in our hearts.

someone who is not in any way affected by chemical substances or alcoholic drinks

sobre comme un roc, parfaitement sobre

sobre comme un roc, parfaitement sobre

Ex: He 's committed to his sobriety , and he 's been stone sober for several years .Il est engagé dans sa sobriété, et il est **stone sober** depuis plusieurs années.

to become extremely drunk

Ex: Getting a load on might be fun occasionally, but it's essential to do so responsibly and in moderation.

to make someone become so drunk that they have no control over their thoughts or actions whatsoever

Ex: Some people might attempt to give themselves a buzz with alcohol, but it's essential to drink responsibly.

to have a glass of something, particularly an alcoholic drink

Ex: The musician performed a lively tune at the local tavern, and the patrons wet their whistles while enjoying the show.
on the rocks
[Phrase]

(of drinks, particularly alcoholic beverages) with ice cubes in the glass

Ex: I'd like a whiskey on the rocks, please.

heavily under the influence of alcoholic drinks or drugs

Ex: It 's essential to drink responsibly , as high as a kite can lead to risky behavior and poor judgment .

to drink an excessive amout of alcohol and become extremely drunk

Ex: He was known for enjoying a drink or two , but last night , had one too many and needed help to get back home .

used to refer to someone who tends to drink an excessive amount of alcohol

Ex: It's essential to recognize the signs of someone who is "on the bottle" and offer assistance when needed.

an alcoholic drink consumed to cure a headache that comes after excessive drinking

Ex: Although some people swear by hair of the dog, " it 's important to remember that moderation and proper hydration are more effective ways to prevent and treat hangovers .

used to refer to a cigarette, often to highlight the health risks associated with smoking

clou de cercueil, bâton de la mort

clou de cercueil, bâton de la mort

Ex: Despite the warning labels and health campaigns , some individuals continue to light up coffin nails regularly .Malgré les étiquettes d'avertissement et les campagnes de santé, certaines personnes continuent d'allumer régulièrement des **clous de cercueil**.

used to refer to a cigarette, often due to the well-known health risks associated with smoking

clope mortelle, bâton de cancer

clope mortelle, bâton de cancer

Ex: The doctor 's advice to quit smoking came after he saw the effects of years of smoking cancer sticks on his patient 's health .Les conseils du médecin pour arrêter de fumer sont venus après qu'il ait vu les effets des années de **clopes cancérigènes** sur la santé de son patient.

used for referring to a cigarette, often implying the harmful effects of smoking on one's lungs

fléchette pulmonaire, dard pulmonaire

fléchette pulmonaire, dard pulmonaire

Ex: While some people continue to enjoy smoking lung darts, it 's essential to be aware of the health consequences .Bien que certaines personnes continuent à apprécier de fumer des **fléchettes pulmonaires**, il est essentiel d'être conscient des conséquences sur la santé.

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

le courage né de l'alcool, la bravade alcoolisée

le courage né de l'alcool, la bravade alcoolisée

Ex: Having a drink or two for Dutch courage is not a healthy way to cope with stress or fear."Boire un verre ou deux pour se donner du **courage hollandais** n'est pas une manière saine de faire face au stress ou à la peur." "Elle a pris une gorgée de vin pour l'aider à trouver un peu de **courage hollandais** avant d'affronter son ex-partenaire.
on the wagon
[Phrase]

used to refer to a priod of time in which one avoids drinking alcoholic drinks

Ex: While he enjoyed a few drinks in the past , he 's on the wagon as part of a wellness program .

to start drinking an excessive amount of alcohol, particularly on regular basis

Ex: Using alcohol to deal with problems is not a healthy solution; hitting the bottle only makes things worse.

used to refer to an occasion in which one drinks too much alcoholic drinks and becomes drunk

Ex: After celebrating his birthday , he was one over the eight and needed a friend to help him get home safely .

to smoke a great number of cigarettes

Ex: After quitting smoking for several years, Mark relapsed and started smoking like a chimney again, jeopardizing his progress towards a healthier lifestyle.
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