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Crocked

usgb/krɑːkt/Volume
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Colloquial UsagePlay
Used in informal settings among friends, not in formal situations or professional documents. SlideAt the reunion, everyone seemed to get crocked and reminisce about old times.
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Negative ConnotationPlay
Implies excessive drinking, often more than just being slightly drunk. SlideHe's been crocked every night this week; it's starting to worry his friends.
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Avoid OverusePlay
While descriptive, overusing 'crocked' can be viewed as insensitive if someone has a drinking problem. SlideI realize he's often crocked, but we should be careful how we talk about it.