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Dagelijks Leven - Drinken en roken

Ontdek Engelse idiomen die betrekking hebben op roken en drinken, met voorbeelden als 'longpijl' en 'drinken als een vis'.

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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 .
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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.
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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.
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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 .
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to drink too much of alcoholic drinks on a regular basis

Ex: He's known in his circle for being able to drink like a fish, but it's not something to be proud of.
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(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.
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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.
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stone sober
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

stone sober, volledig nuchter

stone sober, volledig nuchter

Ex: He 's committed to his sobriety , and he 's stone sober for several years .
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to become extremely drunk

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

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

Ex: I'd like a whiskey on the rocks, please.
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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 .
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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 .
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on the bottle
[Zinsdeel]

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.
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hair of the dog
[Zinsdeel]

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 .
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coffin nail
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

kistspijker, grafspijker

kistspijker, grafspijker

Ex: Despite the warning labels and health campaigns , some individuals continue to coffin nails regularly .
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cancer stick
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

kankerstaafje, sigaret

kankerstaafje, sigaret

Ex: The doctor 's advice to quit smoking came after he saw the effects of years of cancer sticks on his patient 's health .
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lung dart
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

longpijl, rookpijltje

longpijl, rookpijltje

Ex: While some people continue to enjoy lung darts, it 's essential to be aware of the health consequences .
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Dutch courage
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

nepmoed, valse moed

nepmoed, valse moed

Ex: Having a drink or two for Dutch courage is not a healthy way to cope with stress or fear."
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on the wagon
[Zinsdeel]

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

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