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Dry Drunk

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Updated September 04, 2008

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Definition: A colloquial term generally used to describe someone who has stopped drinking, but who still demonstrates the same alcoholic behaviors and attitudes.
Also Known As: Dry, Not Sober
Examples:
His behavior hasn't changed at all, he acts like a dry drunk.
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