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sober

[soh-ber] / ˈsoʊ bər /




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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

Cara Delevingne says her debut songs are inspired by getting sober and mental health challenges she has faced.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 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

Under his administration, he said, he would require treatment to receive “city-funded assistance” and reserve long-term housing for people who are sober.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

The morning light was sober and pale and made my room seem horribly quiet.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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