sober
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They also wanted to know if there would be an area for sober living, he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Having a good experience when you're sober depends a lot on your mindset.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
The CEO of one of the world’s largest airlines thinks it’s time to sober up.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
“Anytime you see parabolic moves or linear vertical moves, that’s telling you that it’s less about a sober assessment of a company’s prospects on a straight valuation basis than it is about people chasing momentum.”
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
So I do, for I shall never have another chance like this,” said Amy, looking sober over one page.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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