Refers to physically overcoming alcohol effects. It's a gradual process.

Physical Recovery

Commonly used in casual speech among friends or in informal settings.

Colloquial Usage

Used when someone must quickly reduce drunkenness to be responsible or safe.

Often used when taking care of someone who overdrank.

Shows urgency or concern for someone else's well-being.

Caffeine or a cold shower might help, but time is what truly sobers someone up.

Indicates changing from a casual to a more serious mindset.

Used when acknowledging and adjusting to the harsh aspects of reality.

Can imply positive change, not just negative realizations.