drunk driving

NOUN

driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol

Synonyms

WEAK

DUI DWI driving under the influence driving while intoxicated

Example Sentences

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As with earlier campaigns to shield the young from lead paint, drunk driving and cigarettes, laws change and social norms shift when the people speak up.

From The Wall Street Journal

Deadly traffic accidents are a common occurrence in Peru due to speeding, drunk driving, poor road conditions, lack of signage and weak enforcement by authorities.

From Barron's

Supporters of later last-call times contend it would be a boon for local economies, while opponents say it could lead to more drunk driving and late-night chaos.

From Los Angeles Times

So far, the spate of retaliation claims appears to have come exclusively from employees in the criminal branch, which prosecutes misdemeanors such as vandalism, drunk driving and petty theft.

From Los Angeles Times

In December, according to a screenshot of his account, he re-posted a message from another user about the group Mothers Against Drunk Driving joining with police and local leaders to “drive down fatalities from DUI drivers” during the holiday season.

From Los Angeles Times