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sworn off

ADJECTIVE

on the wagon

Synonyms

WEAK

abstaining abstemious abstinent cold sober dry drying out free of alcohol nonindulgent not drinking not drunk not partaking of alcohol period of abstinence restrained sober stone cold sober took the pledge unintoxicated

Example Sentences

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Recently remarried, she has sworn off credit cards, though her husband keeps one for emergencies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Mr. Dunn has sworn off help from outside groups as part of his pro-democracy platform.

From New York Times • May 13, 2024

Thus far they’ve declined to bring it back, but haven’t sworn off the possibility.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2024

“I’d kind of sworn off dating, so God has a sense of humor,” she said in a Zoom interview with her spouse.

From Washington Times • Jul. 27, 2023

It’s disgusting, but it’s not like I’ve sworn off meat, so I’m not one to talk.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy